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
Stick with a neutral color palette and clean lines, and warm up the space with cozy touches such as a small table lamp on a countertop and comfortable upholstered seating.
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
The three drawers are spacious, and the top is ideal for decor like a lamp and storing oft reached-for items.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Over decades, the company produced lamp and bulb glass for early electrification and, in the 20th century, made breakthrough heat-resistant glass (Pyrex) and precision optics for science, including telescope mirrors.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
The current assemblage of floor and table lamps in my space are far from curated and leave it feeling dim (and not in an intentional way).
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 21 Jan. 2026
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
The three drawers are spacious, and the top is ideal for decor like a lamp and storing oft reached-for items.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Over decades, the company produced lamp and bulb glass for early electrification and, in the 20th century, made breakthrough heat-resistant glass (Pyrex) and precision optics for science, including telescope mirrors.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
The current assemblage of floor and table lamps in my space are far from curated and leave it feeling dim (and not in an intentional way).
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lamp
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Witnesses report that other vehicles besides Good's were blockading unmarked immigration agent vehicles with their emergency LED lights activated.—
Dana Kelley,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026
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Choose from four neutral colors—classic black, chocolate brown, light pink, or a creamy white—to add to your wardrobe rotation.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Jan. 2026
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This time around, the company added 15 percent larger cabin windows for the jet’s 12 passengers to enjoy, as well as an advanced acoustic system for quieter flights, customizable interiors, and wireless control of lighting, temperature, and more onboard.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
7 Jan. 2026
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Khondji looked at boxing films and paintings, including the work of George Bellows, to figure out the lighting system for the matches.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Jan. 2026
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After dinner, couples can pick a tube and head into the rose pedal and floating candle adorned lazy river, enjoying a special floating dessert and champagne service, while being serenaded by a string musician.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Trudon’s creative director Hugo Ferroux is opening a new chapter for the French niche candle and fragrance brand founded in 1643.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
21 Jan. 2026
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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
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Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Jan. 2026
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Lamp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lamp. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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