lamps

plural of lamp

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of lamps They are finally revealed as the head-lamps of a gang of thieves, robbing a church, caught closer up, their faces occasionally emerging from the gloom. John Hopewell, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026 At night this is lit by strung lights and lanterns, perfect for an al fresco dip above the urban buzz, while inside lamps cast a soft glow, and thick Roman blinds and bedroom curtains block out all light. Adrienne Wyper, TheWeek, 17 Sep. 2026 Mexican design studio Natural Urbano has meanwhile incorporated Celium Manto into its made-to-order Cenit pendant and table lamps, pairing it with natural ash and stainless steel. Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026 Windows, lamps, and other light sources impact how an image appears, and reducing reflections allows viewers to maintain a clearer view of the screen. New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026 The seed, Esfand, is rendered as ovoid lamps and incense holders. Sean Santiago, Architectural Digest, 15 Sep. 2026 Ranging from statement lights and sideboards for the entry to bed frames, nightstands, and lamps for the bedroom, the new Grand Slam Collection includes architectural and stylish pieces for each room in your home. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2026 Other toxic hazards include Himalayan salt lamps and essential oils, Butler said. Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026 Oceans and ants, sewing machines and sunsets, strangers and screen doors, microwaves and mountains, rocks and racquets, lamps and laughter all prove equally worthy. Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lamps
Noun
  • There's a hole-in-the-wall vibe with neon lights, bar seats, arcade-y vintage decor, and lower counter seats towards the back.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Tesla placed a dedicated Stop button between the dome lights.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The Greek patriarch will light candles and then the flame is passed from one candle to the next.
    Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Brumbelow has found that cars with headlights rated highly by IIHS for visibility—which includes many but not all LED headlights—have 19% fewer nighttime crashes compared to cars with poor headlight visibility.
    Matt Fuchs, Time, 4 Aug. 2025

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“Lamps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lamps. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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