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Recent Examples of streetlight
Trying new ways to deter thefts Public Works has tried a variety of efforts to deter thefts, from keeping streetlights on 24/7 to bolting access panels, putting in different screws or welding the panels.
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Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 3 June 2025
Prior to the task force, the neighborhoods of Boyle Heights, Lincoln Heights and El Sereno saw their streetlights stripped of copper wire, leaving multiple blocks in the dark.
—Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2025
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The four-time league MVP already held the records for most points scored in the regular season (41,820) and playoffs (8,162).
—Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 2 Mar. 2025
The city’s Transportation Department oversees more than 4,000 miles of streets; streetlights, bridges and intersections; more than 400 miles of bike lanes and trails; and the partnerships that operate the Divvy bike-share system and the city’s e-scooters.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025
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Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 3 June 2025
Prior to the task force, the neighborhoods of Boyle Heights, Lincoln Heights and El Sereno saw their streetlights stripped of copper wire, leaving multiple blocks in the dark.
—Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2025
Related Articles Lakers getting glimpses of Luka Doncic’s ‘inner demon’
Swanson: Lakers surging under spotlights and streetlights
The four-time league MVP already held the records for most points scored in the regular season (41,820) and playoffs (8,162).
—Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 2 Mar. 2025
The city’s Transportation Department oversees more than 4,000 miles of streets; streetlights, bridges and intersections; more than 400 miles of bike lanes and trails; and the partnerships that operate the Divvy bike-share system and the city’s e-scooters.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for streetlight
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Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting.—
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 July 2025
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The funding comes through the Airport Improvement Program, which earmarks funds for airport infrastructure projects, like runways, taxiways, noise mitigation, airport signage and airport lighting.—
Lori Weisberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 July 2025
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The rail buff may focus on dining car china, lanterns, switch locks and keys, calendars, timetables or any other artifacts utilized by the railroads.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 July 2025
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From orreries and lantern slides to opto-mechanical and digital planetariums, the communication of astronomy has always been about more than just the latest results of science.—
Martin Bush,
Space.com,
5 July 2025
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Visibility priority: Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 July 2025
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Significant improvements have been made to the standard equipment, which now includes wireless phone charging, matrix LED headlights, and leather upholstery.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 July 2025
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New homeowners will appreciate this Ring video camera with floodlights, or these Kasa smart plugs that work via the brand’s app.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
10 July 2025
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Outdoor Camera Deals The Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus is a hybrid camera that doubles as an excellent set of floodlights.—
Carlos Mejia,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
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With only flashlights to see through the darkness, hundreds of girls spent the night on the second floor of the hall.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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The rugged exterior is designed for the outdoors, featuring a wireless charging pad, dual flashlights, and a compass clip for added utility in the backcountry.—
Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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The fine-dining restaurant, tastefully appointed with ornate chandeliers, wine racks, terrazzo tile and sumptuous cabernet walls, is scheduled to open in September, according to an Atlantic Village spokesperson.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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Photo : Bilgin Yachts The onyx dining room table and chandelier.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 July 2025
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The first is known as The Mess, where communal tables beckon thirsty pirates and an anchor studded with candles glows overhead.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
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First brought in to the label at the behest of owner Credit Lyonnais in 1991, Parkinson kept a candle in the window all these years for Hemdale, after the company became functionally idle following the sale of its Oscar-winning film library to MGM in 1996.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
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Fallen London captured the imaginations of millions with a combination of dark fantasy, gaslight horror and a grim sense of humor.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Diagnosed with schizophrenia, Odell was so easy to gaslight and discredit, but the facts of her body, and of the child, could not be denied.—
Emily Watlington,
ARTnews.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Streetlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streetlight. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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