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
Isaiah Hildenbrand and Joe Gabardi lit the lamp twice more inside the final 90 seconds of the frame.
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Andrew Cornelius, Twin Cities, 4 Mar. 2026
According to Vogue, the dress was inspired by an Alberto Giacometti lamp that designer Daniel Roseberry discovered in the Schiaparelli archives.
—Esther Zuckerman, Vanity Fair, 3 Mar. 2026
Swing-arm wall lamps or small chandeliers can double as stylish decor and practical light sources.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
However, finding the right lamp or chandelier for your living room can be tricky—especially with trend cycles shifting every year.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 2 Mar. 2026
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Andrew Cornelius, Twin Cities, 4 Mar. 2026
According to Vogue, the dress was inspired by an Alberto Giacometti lamp that designer Daniel Roseberry discovered in the Schiaparelli archives.
—Esther Zuckerman, Vanity Fair, 3 Mar. 2026
Swing-arm wall lamps or small chandeliers can double as stylish decor and practical light sources.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
However, finding the right lamp or chandelier for your living room can be tricky—especially with trend cycles shifting every year.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lamp
Noun
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2026
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These include dimming the lights and minimizing the use of electronics before bed, keeping a consistent sleep schedule, maintaining a sleeping environment that's cool, dark, and quiet.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
8 Mar. 2026
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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
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Unsurprisingly, Fulham go up-market with a candle for £35, while for the Leeds United fan who has absolutely everything, here’s a wipe-clean table cover which, frankly, has to be seen to be believed.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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Brass had its moment, but our experts say to leave behind the sleek metal and instead mix textures, patterns, finishes, and materials by adding this under-$30 rattan lamp and these pretty candle holders into your decor.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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Police also issued the driver a citation for his headlight and lack of valid inspection sticker.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
2 Mar. 2026
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The dashboard and headlight carriers?—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 Feb. 2026
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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
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“Lamp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lamp. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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