dark lanterns

noun

plural of dark lantern
as in fluorescent lamps

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  1. light bulbs
  2. candles
  3. lanterns
  4. chandeliers
  5. headlights
Noun
  • The smart illumination specialist has teamed up with Silicon Labs to add concurrent multiprotocol technology (CMP) to its connected light bulbs, allowing for Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Thread to run at the same time.
    — Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
  • Remarkably, the brain performs all of these tasks while consuming only about 20 watts of power—less electricity than many household light bulbs.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 June 2026
Definition of light bulbs
Noun
  • The Greek patriarch will light candles and then the flame is passed from one candle to the next.
    — Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Definition of candles
Noun
  • 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
  • Fourth of July Camping Deals With markdowns on functional tents, sleeping bags, and rechargeable lanterns, there’s no better time to snag camping essentials.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
Definition of lanterns
Noun
  • Note that chandeliers, pendant lights, and fixtures with elaborate details are notorious for collecting dust in crevices that are hard to notice at first glance.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
  • The abundant use of gold, the opulent chandeliers, the OTT flower arrangements and the impeccable service.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
Definition of chandeliers
Noun
  • Brumbelow has found that cars with headlights rated highly by IIHS for visibility—which includes many but not all LED headlights—have 19% fewer nighttime crashes compared to cars with poor headlight visibility.
    — Matt Fuchs, Time, 4 Aug. 2025
Definition of headlights
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