lighting 1 of 3

noun

Definition of lightingnext
as in candle

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lighting

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verb (1)

present participle of light
1
as in burning
to set (something) on fire we lit the kindling before adding the heavier logs

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2
as in illumining
to supply with light the lights from the TV cameras will light this room as though it were high noon

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lighting

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verb (2)

present participle of light
1
as in perching
to come to rest after descending from the air the bird lit on the branch and began to sing

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2
as in descending
to come down from something (as a vehicle) he hurriedly lighted from the bus and started walking up the street

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Recent Examples of lighting
Noun
The coffee shop’s interior is inspired by a classic New York corner store with warm tones and elevated lighting, according to the release. — Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026 The real gem of Forth is Il Premio, a glam Italian steakhouse that would make any mob wife feel right at home with its moody lighting, mahogany tones, black subway tile, and a playful horse motif. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
Verb
Members of the Aurora Emergency Management Agency assisted with traffic control and scene lighting throughout the investigation. — Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026 In recent court hearings, Abdulkarim’s reason for allegedly lighting the goods on fire has played a central role. — Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lighting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighting
  1. candle
  2. burning
  3. illuminating
  4. perching
  5. descending
  6. lantern
  7. scorching
  8. lightening
Noun
  • Originally from south Sacramento, Stewart said her career in candle making can be linked to her mother.
    — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Sundays bring workshop in ceramics, incense and candle making.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
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Verb
  • This way, truckers help pay for road improvements, and farmers--a big and influential electoral constituency--can work all day burning red fuel on their farms.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Many have taken to the streets in towns and neighborhoods to protest the worsening situation, with roadblocks, tire-burning and residents holding up signs criticizing the government for not providing adequate solutions.
    — Catherine Ellis, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of burning
Verb
  • The book covers an enormous chunk of British screen history (1896 to 2001), with each chapter uncovering and illuminating the careers of early Black screen pioneers.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026
  • As a pop culture reporter who has spent a dozen years covering both Swift’s career and country music, this process was an exciting, frustrating and ultimately illuminating look at the sheer scope of power that Swift wields.
    — Emily Yahr, Washington Post, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of illuminating
Verb
  • No club have spent more time perching on the highest rung of English football than Everton.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • There was a time, the woman said, when rolling down the road meant perching on her husband’s back seat.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of perching
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  • The drive winds through the verdant mountains of eastern Antioquia before descending into the Aburrá Valley, where Medellín stretches across the valley floor and surrounding hillsides.
    — Nikkita Nair, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The tomb’s entrance passage, with narrowing walls and descending axis, creates a liminal stage to orient the body before entering the burial chamber.
    — Jacqueline Ortoleva, Scientific American, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of descending
Noun
  • To assist Noah, Sinestro has also forged a new lantern from the water on this dead alien planet — imbued with Zoe’s fear toxins — causing golden cracks in the object’s surface.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The set of three miniature lights each features a vintage hanging-lantern design that looks straight out of a storybook and casts a warm gold glow across your collection.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026
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Verb
  • Check between presses to avoid overheating or scorching the fabric.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026
  • When Cody Turcotte arrived to fight a wildfire scorching homes in Spokane, Washington, last month, there weren't enough people at the scene to control it.
    — Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of scorching
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  • Prescription and over-the-counter skin products, especially retinoids, exfoliating acids, acne treatments, and lightening products.
    — Malana VanTyler, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026
  • But lightening the blame hits a road bump with the word prevention.
    — Marie Lisette Rimer, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of lightening

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