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sconces

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plural of sconce

as in chandeliers

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Within the terminal, each PS suite has a different vibe (mine was pink), complete with nods to the beach and vintage touches, including palm tree wallpaper and capiz shell chandeliers.

— Lauren Harano, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
The Plaza’s storied Grand Ballroom, with its glittering crystal chandeliers and intricate gold detailing, provided a suitably opulent setting for the occasion.

— Paul Chi, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of chandeliers

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And perhaps as a reaction to our hyper-digital lives, candlesticks and candelabra are interior catnip right now.

— Francesca Perry, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
The kids rounded out their group costume, with 3-year-old Phoenix dressed as the candelabra, Lumière, while 2-year-old London dressed up as Chip, the teacup.

— Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of candelabra

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Luminary lanterns transform from flat to festive in seconds, creating a warm, inviting glow for any occasion.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Nov. 2026
His Akari series, which would total more than 200 models in all, stripped the lanterns of any writing and most of their color, stood them on thin metal stands, and replaced the oil lamps and candles that illuminated them with electric bulbs.

— Natalia Torija, Curbed, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of lanterns

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The 1900 building, in the campus’ northwestern corner, is one of its jewels — a vaulted room hung with candelabras lit for the campus opening in gold and blue, the school colors.

— Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 26 Aug. 2026
Tall candelabras helped create mood lighting.

— Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026

Definition of candelabras

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Instead, at this landmark property you’re treated to 360-degree waterfront views of the Old Port, sailboats, and historic lighthouses.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Oct. 2026
Travelers can watch whales, hike mountain and coastal trails, see historic lighthouses, and visit the 375-million-year-old Percé Rock.

— Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of lighthouses

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Avoid keeping lamps in the kitchen or near open windows where dust and grease can accumulate quickly.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2026
The poem opens with Nicks describing the beauty of the early mornings, including her dog, Lily, her lamps, and her drapes.

— Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2026

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