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Recent Examples of headlight
She was shot three times by an officer who stood by her front left headlight, who the Department of Homeland Security said was hit by Good and fired in self-defense.
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Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
According to the recall report, this is because there could be missing headlight adjustment prevention caps, which would, in turn, cause them not to be adjusted correctly.
—James Powel, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
However, e-motos lack some of the safety features of street motorcycles, such as a headlight.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
The image revealed the car brutally smashed up, missing its right headlight and with its bumper hanging off.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Sep. 2025
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Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
According to the recall report, this is because there could be missing headlight adjustment prevention caps, which would, in turn, cause them not to be adjusted correctly.
—James Powel, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
However, e-motos lack some of the safety features of street motorcycles, such as a headlight.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
The image revealed the car brutally smashed up, missing its right headlight and with its bumper hanging off.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for headlight
Noun
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City records from November show police planned to install six more cameras and increase lighting.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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Fans of the thunder-and-lighting combination — or the former Sonic and Knuckles moniker for Detroit Lions fans — will see the 5-foot-9, 195-pound Brown as a bolt out of the backfield who excels in catching the ball.—
Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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When Carolyn finally walked through the doors at the back of the chapel and down the aisle, Reverend O’Byrne had to lead the pair through their vows using a flashlight.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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Millions of Americans, in other words, could find themselves in a continuous tumble off a cliff, without the flashlight.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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A little lighting can also go a long way toward adding ambience and safety after dark, from a stylish wall lantern (now 87% off) to shatterproof LED string lights that don’t require a plug-in.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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The narrow space is decked out in natural woods and vivid chochin lanterns.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The RiNo spot has been home to seven retailers, from an art supply store to a candle shop to a tattoo parlor.—
Matthew Geiger,
Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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But instead of simply coating the offending area with air freshener or lighting a candle to mask the odor, learn how to address unwanted smells at the source.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Mar. 2026
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But what Buzelis is receiving is something closer to a floodlight, writes Julia Poe.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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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
Noun
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Or else under the streetlight by her building?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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Also, Zack Wickham hits his head on a streetlight while on a double-decker party bus?—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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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).—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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Think bubbles, ice chandeliers, dragons, and otters.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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With plenty of surface area for your alarm clock and current read, this nightstand features a round light bulb that rests in a slight divot.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2026
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Attention should also be paid to curtains, mirrors, lampshades and light bulbs that tend to gather dust.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Headlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/headlight. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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