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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The lighthouse was established in 1921 and is located about eight miles offshore.
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Teaghan Skulszki, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Game of Thrones alum Clive Russell arrives as Crocus, a doctor/lighthouse keeper/Laboon's caretaker.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025
Tom’s perfect display is perfect with a perfect lighthouse atop a perfect pool filled with perfect pistachio fondue that makes his perfect chocolate sea creatures pop up to the perfect surface.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
If so, let this epiphany be your lighthouse as things start to shift and change through the month.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
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Teaghan Skulszki, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Game of Thrones alum Clive Russell arrives as Crocus, a doctor/lighthouse keeper/Laboon's caretaker.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025
Tom’s perfect display is perfect with a perfect lighthouse atop a perfect pool filled with perfect pistachio fondue that makes his perfect chocolate sea creatures pop up to the perfect surface.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
If so, let this epiphany be your lighthouse as things start to shift and change through the month.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthouse
Noun
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Marigolds, cascading drapes, and glowing lanterns form a festive canopy of red and gold, blending traditional Indian motifs with the brand’s signature modern aesthetic.—
Mayu Saini,
Footwear News,
18 Oct. 2025
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Follow the flickering jack-o-lanterns to The Meadow for games, music and seasonal food and drink around the firepits.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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So watch the video carefully and try to catch the signs of unnatural eye movements, lip-sync issues, weird lighting, shadows and voice inconsistencies.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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Inside, there’s the occasional model being fitted and photographed, outside there are truck drivers, caterers, lighting specialists and many more milling around or scurrying about.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The flashlight has a combined total output of 1,100 lumens.—
Ben Coxworth
October 17,
New Atlas,
17 Oct. 2025
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Expect hayrides, line dancing, carnival games, rubber duck races, spooky experiments and a flashlight pumpkin walk.—
Debra Skodack,
Kansas City Star,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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These are for the artful burner, someone who lights a candle as much for its vibe as its aroma.—
Michael Stefanov,
Robb Report,
14 Oct. 2025
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Each candle pairs a calming scent with a meaningful crystal, like rose quartz for healing or garnet for passion.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Glamour,
13 Oct. 2025
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The image revealed the car brutally smashed up, missing its right headlight and with its bumper hanging off.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 Sep. 2025
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Spencer made a U-turn and pursued the vehicle, flashing his headlights and blaring his horn.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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Along Dania Beach’s Antique Row, visitors can find everything from furniture to jewelry, glassware, chandeliers, oddities, and more.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
19 Oct. 2025
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Spanning two stories, the primary dwelling is introduced via a soaring entry foyer displaying large windows and a massive matchstick chandelier.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Lighthouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthouse. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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