as in light
something that provides illumination
I didn't realize it had gotten so dark in the room until my wife came in and turned on the lamp, momentarily blinding me
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Recent Examples of lamp
The report suggests there could also be other operating issues with the vehicle's DC/AC inverter, glove box light, vanity lights, dome lamps, alarm portion of the horn, rear defrost, or the USB charger.
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James Powel, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2025
During a manicure, these lamps help to set gel manicures and dry polish.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Seraph Cordless Table Lamp, $38 with Prime Combat waning daylight hours with this table lamp.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Beaded Lamp Shade Give any lamp a creative twist using beads, string, wire.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2025
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James Powel, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2025
During a manicure, these lamps help to set gel manicures and dry polish.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Seraph Cordless Table Lamp, $38 with Prime Combat waning daylight hours with this table lamp.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Beaded Lamp Shade Give any lamp a creative twist using beads, string, wire.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lamp
Noun
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At the end of the historic galleries, where light begins pouring into the building, visitors move above ground and pass by a quote from poet and Civil Rights activist Langston Hughes.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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If caught in one, pull off the road, turn off your lights and keep your foot off the brake.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Water may enter the body control module of the affected Mustangs, causing a loss of communication with the exterior lighting, including the license plate light, side marker, and tail lights.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
2 Sep. 2025
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During the period, DyStar achieved a 44 percent reduction in emission intensity through several initiatives ranging from LED lighting upgrades and better equipment insulation to moving high-energy production to more energy-efficient units in other countries.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
2 Sep. 2025
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Go for a scented candle, colorful leaves from around your neighborhood, your own plentiful cornucopia of pastries, or a small Pumpkin Bundt Cake—sky's the limit.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
2 Sep. 2025
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The package included a bottle of wine, a candle and chocolates.—
Nicki Cox,
People.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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The four drivers were cited for infractions including a broken headlight, no insurance, speeding and no seatbelt.—
Liam Adams,
The Tennessean,
29 Aug. 2025
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Deere in the headlights Attendees view a John Deere 7R 270 row crop tractor at the Deere & Co. booth during the World Ag Expo at the International Agri-Center in Tulare, California on February 11, 2025.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
22 Aug. 2025
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Another shopper mentioned using one as a magnetic flashlight during car repairs, snapping to metal on the car’s chassis for hands-free illumination right where it’s needed.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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The geckos were found by flashlight at night by looking for the reflection in their eyes or following the sound of their calls.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Lamp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lamp. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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