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Recent Examples of flashbulb
Photo: Getty Images A minute later the glass doors of the Upper East Side museum flickered with the reflection of flashbulbs from the sidewalk outside.
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Chloe Malle, Vogue, 7 Sep. 2024
Maguire, 49, was caught in the flashbulbs at Fanatics founder Michael Rubin's famed Fourth of July bash in The Hamptons, where he was seen with model Lily Chee.
—Aron Solomon, Newsweek, 8 July 2024
Her book goes beyond tabloid flashbulbs and big parties to show you how a misunderstood kid needed the protection of her family but instead found safety on a stage in Ibiza.
—Ashley Hamilton, Washington Post, 12 Nov. 2023
Most people also have flashbulb memories of ordinary events with no clear significance.
—Sallie Tisdale, Harper's Magazine, 16 Oct. 2023
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Chloe Malle, Vogue, 7 Sep. 2024
Maguire, 49, was caught in the flashbulbs at Fanatics founder Michael Rubin's famed Fourth of July bash in The Hamptons, where he was seen with model Lily Chee.
—Aron Solomon, Newsweek, 8 July 2024
Her book goes beyond tabloid flashbulbs and big parties to show you how a misunderstood kid needed the protection of her family but instead found safety on a stage in Ibiza.
—Ashley Hamilton, Washington Post, 12 Nov. 2023
Most people also have flashbulb memories of ordinary events with no clear significance.
—Sallie Tisdale, Harper's Magazine, 16 Oct. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flashbulb
Noun
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, part of the Labor Department, wants to rescind a requirement for employers to provide adequate lighting at construction sites, saying the regulation doesn’t substantially reduce a significant risk.—
Cathy Bussewitz,
Chicago Tribune,
22 July 2025
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Smith, a Suffield resident, claims the court administration has for years ignored state statutes requiring that outdoor lighting located at state facilities to be designed to minimize light pollution, and for nonessential outdoor lighting be turned off from 11 p.m. until 6 a.m. daily.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
22 July 2025
Noun
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The rugged exterior is designed for the outdoors, featuring a wireless charging pad, dual flashlights, and a compass clip for added utility in the backcountry.—
Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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With only flashlights to see through the darkness, hundreds of girls spent the night on the second floor of the hall.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
Noun
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The first is known as The Mess, where communal tables beckon thirsty pirates and an anchor studded with candles glows overhead.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
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First brought in to the label at the behest of owner Credit Lyonnais in 1991, Parkinson kept a candle in the window all these years for Hemdale, after the company became functionally idle following the sale of its Oscar-winning film library to MGM in 1996.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
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The light is dimmable, and the lantern is water-resistant for prolonged outdoor use.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
17 July 2025
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Japanese style paper lanterns in Tiffany blue hung from the ceiling, while the entry passage to the venue was lined in bamboo and neon lights modeled after the brand’s iconic bird brooches designed by Jean Schlumberger.—
Kelly Wetherille,
Footwear News,
10 July 2025
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Significant improvements have been made to the standard equipment, which now includes wireless phone charging, matrix LED headlights, and leather upholstery.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 July 2025
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Visibility priority: Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 July 2025
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Atlantic City is reclaiming its spotlight—and everyone’s invited.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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This week's episode, however, is putting a spotlight on a more light-hearted subject matter: the Congressional Art Competition.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
13 July 2025
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New homeowners will appreciate this Ring video camera with floodlights, or these Kasa smart plugs that work via the brand’s app.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
10 July 2025
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Outdoor Camera Deals The Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus is a hybrid camera that doubles as an excellent set of floodlights.—
Carlos Mejia,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
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Old and extra light bulbs seem to always end up in a box on a garage shelf, wasting storage space that could be used for other items.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 July 2025
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Keep Light Bulbs From Sticking Outdoor light bulbs can have a knack for sticking in the socket after long periods of time, leaving you with the task of trying to unscrew a stubborn bulb without breaking the glass.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
21 June 2025
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“Flashbulb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flashbulb. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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