Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for floodlighting
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The limited engagement production features scenic design by Studio Bent, costumes by Sarah Laux, lighting by Cha See, sound design by Caroline Eng and music by Isobel Waller-Bridge.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026 -
Improve lighting with table lamps, reading lights, and motion sensors in key areas.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
1 Feb. 2026
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While the shower’s peak rate is a modest 20 meteors per hour, its swift, bright meteors often leave glowing trails.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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Myths like the Paulding Light, a mysterious glowing orb that hovers over the train tracks just across the border.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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Today is about lightening burdens.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2026
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The Sorcerer uses a 964 monocoque and adds carbon fiber elements in the bodywork, while lightening the chassis.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
23 Jan. 2026
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The image ricocheted across the country, igniting outrage from lawmakers and the public.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
6 Feb. 2026
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Minutes later, Jarred Vanderbilt stripped Drake Powell, pushed the ball ahead to Austin Reaves and watched Reaves lob it off the glass to James, igniting the Lakers-heavy crowd.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Even minor parks or embers might be carried into leaves or grass, kindling a fire that can swiftly expand.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Dec. 2025
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Refrain from kindling fires with debris or any other materials during an air quality alert.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
20 Dec. 2025
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Many neuroscientists at the time likened astrocytes’ newfound properties to those of neurons, but in retrospect the differences seem glaring.—
Ingrid Wickelgren,
Quanta Magazine,
30 Jan. 2026
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Enoch confronts the celestial hosts, all wearing capes of swastika red under an oppressive horizon of jutting lightning and glaring orange mountains.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Punk hit a rare shining wizard for a nearfall.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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The Lakers finished the game on a 29-8 run, with Doncic shining at both ends of the court.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
25 Jan. 2026
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While a tweed suit and ruffle blouse can feel a little stuffy and traditional, these eye-catching, glittering gold necklaces add a welcome touch of shine to give this look a fresh feel.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
3 Feb. 2026
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The labor-intensive curiosity, long relegated to fruitcake and other traditional sweets, is making a glittering comeback.—
Hannah Walhout,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Floodlighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/floodlighting. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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