candle

noun

Definition of candlenext
as in lantern

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Recent Examples of candle Made with a premium plant wax blend and a natural-fiber wick, this candle delivers a strong fragrance that keeps your home smelling fresh for up to 150 hours. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 June 2026 But for anyone who is sensitive to fragrance, that cozy fall candle or ocean-breeze spray can be more headache-inducing than inviting. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026 Each candle is available for $8. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026 There will also be an exclusive Mini Fine Fragrance Mist Set and a White Barn Neutrals candle collection. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for candle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for candle
  1. lantern
  2. lighting
  3. candelabra
  4. flashlight
  5. candelabrum
  6. lighthouse
  7. headlight
  8. chandelier
Noun
  • When fully charged, the lantern can shine for up to eight hours.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
  • Everything is coated in island white; high ceilings are punctuated by paper lanterns, giving the whole place an airy feel.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 3 July 2026
Definition of lantern
Noun
  • For about four days, passengers were left without working toilets, air conditioning or lighting in parts of the ship.
    — Kalia Richardson, USA Today, 10 July 2026
  • Tablet technology allows guests to customize their stay, with touchscreen lighting and temperature control, along with menus for room service and spa treatments on the 20th floor.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
Definition of lighting
Noun
  • Tables were set with ornate china, colored crystal glasses, silver candelabra, antique tureens, and monumental centerpieces.
    — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
  • Tall candelabras helped create mood lighting.
    — Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Definition of candelabra
Noun
  • Bring a flashlight with spare batteries to hike during the cool evening.
    — Hali Smith July 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 July 2026
  • Once home, inspect your luggage with a flashlight and clean the wheels before bringing it into your bedroom.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 June 2026
Definition of flashlight
Noun
  • Three objects—a sculpture each by Hiram Powers and Bessie Potter Vonnoh and a candelabrum by Andrew Ellicott Warner—will be added to the galleries.
    — Greg Allen, ARTnews.com, 7 June 2026
  • On Sunday night, the final Hanukkah candle was lit on menorahs around Orange County, illuminating the candelabrum in its full splendor of eight lights.
    — Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 22 Dec. 2025
Definition of candelabrum
Noun
  • The lighthouse became the pride of the peninsula, a beloved backdrop for wedding and quinceañera photos and picnics and an image plastered on many local business and nonprofit logos.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • Neilson described the gallery as a lighthouse and ministry to promote artists and organizations.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
Definition of lighthouse
Noun
  • The idea of having to replace one of Audi’s new adaptive Matrix LED headlight setups is something most people probably don’t want to stomach.
    — Joel Feder, The Drive, 11 June 2026
  • Sena says the headlight automatically shuts off after 10 minutes in a bid to preserve battery life.
    — Utkarsh Sood June 07, New Atlas, 7 June 2026
Definition of headlight
Noun
  • If your bathroom has a basic flush mount, don’t be afraid to replace it with something more eye-catching, like a sputnik chandelier or a lantern pendant.
    — Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 8 July 2026
  • Priced at $9,950, the compact drops kept the brand’s familiar rounded Elisa shape close to the ears rather than extending into a longer chandelier silhouette.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 7 July 2026
Definition of chandelier

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“Candle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candle. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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