as in lantern
a tower that is built on or near the shore and that has a powerful illuminated signal to guide ships away from danger
The sailor spotted the lighthouse in the distance.
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Anacapa Island, for instance, has no services aside from some primitive campsites, a lighthouse and limited hiking options, but is also a major seabird rookery from April to August, which translates to lots of bird poop, noise, bird carcasses and territorial bird behavior.
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Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 29 Apr. 2026
Alcatraz began as a military fortress and lighthouse, then became a military prison, converted to civilian use in 1933.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Here on the shore, overlooking the lighthouse and the harbor’s bobbing boats, partners Claire Hanrahan and Andrew Ainslie’s restaurant is the epitome of laidback chic with its country-kitchen interiors and butter yellow frontage.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
And don’t miss the two fishing piers, North Carolina’s newest active lighthouse, and some of the finest shelling in the state.
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—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026
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Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 29 Apr. 2026
Alcatraz began as a military fortress and lighthouse, then became a military prison, converted to civilian use in 1933.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Here on the shore, overlooking the lighthouse and the harbor’s bobbing boats, partners Claire Hanrahan and Andrew Ainslie’s restaurant is the epitome of laidback chic with its country-kitchen interiors and butter yellow frontage.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
And don’t miss the two fishing piers, North Carolina’s newest active lighthouse, and some of the finest shelling in the state.
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—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthouse
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The festival, one of South Korea’s largest public celebrations, draws thousands of participants each year and features large-scale lantern displays, processions, and cultural performances.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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Living spaces are regularly stocked with detox snacks, and surprise gifts—such as paper lanterns to float across the pool—wait for guests each night on the bed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
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Prepare for sensory overload at this clattery Malaysian spot with loud lighting and photos of dishes as stark as mug shots blanketing a wall.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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With interchangeable feet and a suite of connectors—including a camera mount, a V-mount ballhead, and a light connector—the Rocket transitions seamlessly between camera support and lighting duty.—
Robb Rice,
Robb Report,
10 May 2026
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Bring a flashlight with spare batteries to hike during the cool evening.—
Hali Smith,
Idaho Statesman,
8 May 2026
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Chargers and power banks Keep your devices charged and powered at all times with this multifunctional power bank, which also doubles as a weather radio and flashlight.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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There’s a candle in the room where his father was found.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Be proactive about keeping mosquitoes at bay with a large, multi-wick citronella candle around the party area or on top of each table.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
11 May 2026
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Among them was a woman selling homemade food out of the back of her car, and a man who was riding home on his bicycle from the store without a functioning headlight.—
Shoshana Walter,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2026
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Another person said the headlight of their car was hit.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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Designed like a sophisticated apartment, complete with armchairs, carpets, and chandeliers, Ruby is an inviting setting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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In this design, the gold metal curtain rods match the gold chains on the chandelier and complement the green accents beautifully.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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“Lighthouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthouse. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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