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a large, decorated fixture that hangs from a ceiling and has branches for holding many sources of light
the dining room chandelier
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Recent Examples of chandeliers
Set in the heart of Charleston’s historic district just steps from King Street, the property feels grand in every sense of the word, from its smooth marble floors and winding staircase to its glittering chandeliers and sheer number of rooms (434, to be exact).
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Annie Daly, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
The house’s marble fireplaces, ceiling medallions, pocket doors, moldings, door handles and staircase are all original, as well as the two ornate chandeliers in the parlors which were designed to be operated first with kerosene, then gas and finally electricity.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 9 Mar. 2026
The hotel is renowned for its historic interiors, featuring ornate chandeliers, vaulted ceilings, and bespoke designer suites at its original property and other locations around the world.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
Crystal chandeliers can be difficult to take apart and reassemble, so some people prefer to clean them in place.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
Some of the 106 rooms have windows adorned with silk drapes, Murano chandeliers, and terraces.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026
For example, the old-fashioned chandeliers will be replaced by more contemporary light fixtures.
—Pamela Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Daniel advised that a three-step ladder and Swiffer duster will come in handy for cleaning ceiling fans, blinds and chandeliers, while Clorox wipes are ideal for wiping away dirt from surfaces, doors and hinges.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
Yukibana is the buzzy heartbeat of the hotel, with its curved seating, walls of windows, and chandeliers made of deer antlers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
Annie Daly, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
The house’s marble fireplaces, ceiling medallions, pocket doors, moldings, door handles and staircase are all original, as well as the two ornate chandeliers in the parlors which were designed to be operated first with kerosene, then gas and finally electricity.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 9 Mar. 2026
The hotel is renowned for its historic interiors, featuring ornate chandeliers, vaulted ceilings, and bespoke designer suites at its original property and other locations around the world.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
Crystal chandeliers can be difficult to take apart and reassemble, so some people prefer to clean them in place.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
Some of the 106 rooms have windows adorned with silk drapes, Murano chandeliers, and terraces.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026
For example, the old-fashioned chandeliers will be replaced by more contemporary light fixtures.
—Pamela Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Daniel advised that a three-step ladder and Swiffer duster will come in handy for cleaning ceiling fans, blinds and chandeliers, while Clorox wipes are ideal for wiping away dirt from surfaces, doors and hinges.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
Yukibana is the buzzy heartbeat of the hotel, with its curved seating, walls of windows, and chandeliers made of deer antlers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chandeliers
Noun
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The first winters after the Accords also brought public menorah lightings for Hanukkah, with Emiratis proudly standing by, and sometimes lighting the candles, with Jewish community leaders.—
Monica Marks,
Time,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This season has been an improvement and there have been more regular flashes of his quality, but this was always the most likely outcome.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Ayton showed flashes of his talent against the Knicks by being more engaged.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The pool is perhaps the best indoor dip in the city; though it’s housed in the basement and there are no windows, the soft lighting from the lanterns adds to the moody and serene atmosphere.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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Armed with lanterns, loyalty, and very little logic, these unlikely heroes blunder their way to a happy conclusion for all.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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At one point, there were performers dressed as candelabras, moving candelabra floor lamps, while attached to a large dangling candelabra chandelier.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
22 Feb. 2026
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Faux fur, candelabras, and a sparkly chandelier can add a luxurious touch to your home.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Dec. 2025
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Other images similarly mix the romantic and the mundane, with glamorous students in front of kitschy backdrops of misty woodlands or positioned between towering candelabras.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
11 Mar. 2026
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The director of photography [Jason McCormick] figured out how to achieve that by lighting the room with candelabras.—
Kyle Beechey,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Chandeliers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chandeliers. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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