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Recent Examples of flashlight
Open the access panel and search the burner chamber using a flashlight to locate the pilot light tube.
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Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
For starters, the HG02 from EDC brand TerraBeast is a blocky, pocket-sized flashlight made from a corrosion- and rust-proof aluminum alloy.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2026
The thought belongs to the central character, Stella, a sixteen-year-old trainee actor and assistant stage manager who’s in charge of waving a flashlight from the wings in a Christmas production of Peter Pan at the Liverpool Playhouse.
—Christopher Tayler, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Blankets, a flashlight, and a phone charger can be lifesavers if you get stuck.
—Cheryl Vari, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Jan. 2026
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Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
For starters, the HG02 from EDC brand TerraBeast is a blocky, pocket-sized flashlight made from a corrosion- and rust-proof aluminum alloy.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2026
The thought belongs to the central character, Stella, a sixteen-year-old trainee actor and assistant stage manager who’s in charge of waving a flashlight from the wings in a Christmas production of Peter Pan at the Liverpool Playhouse.
—Christopher Tayler, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Blankets, a flashlight, and a phone charger can be lifesavers if you get stuck.
—Cheryl Vari, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flashlight
Noun
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The private beachfront dinners that include four courses plus beverage service served at a table surrounded by lanterns, facing the ocean.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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Our picks for the best solar lawn lights that stay on all night include solar globe lights, in-ground lights, lanterns, and even torches.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The other big hit for me was Spellbound by Magic Castle, an experience inspired by the legendary magician Cardini (Richard Valentine Pitchford) that replicates a 1920s speakeasy complete with mood lighting, furnishings, and curiosities from Hollywood’s Magic Castle.—
Fran Golden,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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Sunshine bounced in through the plantation shutters, providing excellent lighting to compliment the subtle coastal décor.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Pottery-making, pottery painting, candle-making, and paint-and-sip classes are popular Valentine’s Day options.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
4 Feb. 2026
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This candle embodies the aromas associated with a fresh start such as bright pomelo, pink amber, and roses.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Readers have also recommended Turtle Wax headlight restoration kits.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
18 Jan. 2026
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Immediately after the Honda shifts from reverse into drive and begins to move ahead, that agent at the front of the vehicle, standing near the driver’s side headlight, pulls out a gun and aims at the driver.—
Devon Lum,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Mahahual is also home to a manatee that often frequents the waters that are near the lighthouse and where marine pastures provide food.—
Natalie Leticia Gallón,
Miami Herald,
6 Feb. 2026
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How many lighthouses does Michigan have?—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
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At least one note mentioned a floodlight at Guthrie’s home and an Apple watch, Janke said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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The note made mention of particular details, including an Apple Watch and a floodlight at Guthrie's house.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Valentine’s Day tends to spotlight romance, roses and candlelit dinners.—
Cathy M. Rosenthal,
San Antonio Express-News,
10 Feb. 2026
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With Lindsey Vonn recuperating in an Italian hospital, the Olympic spotlight has turned squarely on Shiffrin.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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Mustafa and Hassan stood under a dim streetlight.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
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Kyiv has repeatedly updated its austere winter power-saving schedule, dimming or cutting streetlights in low-traffic areas and investing in less centralized power generation.—
Derek Gatopoulos,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Flashlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flashlight. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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