How to Use the Northern Lights in a Sentence

the Northern Lights

noun
  • This year is the best time to see the Northern Lights in decades.
    — USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2024
  • For many of us, seeing the Northern Lights is the stuff of dreams.
    — Susan B. Barnes, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
  • That is about when things get real dark under the Northern Lights.
    — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025
  • What causes the Northern Lights?
    — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Nov. 2025
  • The country is also one of the best places in the world to take in the Northern Lights.
    — Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Many tourists are drawn to Norway to witness the Northern Lights.
    — Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2025
  • Few realize that the equinox marks peak season for the Northern Lights.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
  • Of course, for adults the Northern Lights will be one ofthe top experiences on their list.
    — Michele Robson, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
  • The best places to see the Northern Lights will always be under that auroral oval.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
  • These are some of the cruises that offer you a solid chance of seeing the Northern Lights.
    — Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
  • By night, the outdoor terrace is the perfect spot for viewing the Northern Lights.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2023
  • Tourists swarm in for the Northern Lights and a sitdown with Santa Claus.
    — Liam Denning, Bloomberg, 12 Mar. 2026
  • The resort offers wake-up call services for guests hoping to catch the Northern Lights.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
  • The resort offers wake-up call services for guests hoping to catch the Northern Lights.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
  • What event is making the Northern Lights more visible than usual?
    — CNN, 28 Mar. 2024
  • Cold winter nights showcase the Northern Lights, while summer brings the midnight sun.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Renee Kiutelluk was the Northern Lights’ top scorer with eight points.
    — Chris Bieri, Anchorage Daily News, 17 Mar. 2023
  • Stunning mountains, glaciers and the Northern Lights will wow your family.
    — Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 8 May 2023
  • Both spots are equally otherworldly and offer guests the chance to spot the Northern Lights, as well.
    — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2025
  • In winter, travelers can dog sled across frozen landscapes or watch the Northern Lights in the long winter night.
    — Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 2025
  • Book from September to March for a chance to see the Northern Lights from your treetop abode.
    — House Beautiful, 16 June 2023
  • When are the Northern Lights expected to reappear in the Midwest?
    — Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2024
  • When visible, the Northern Lights may appear as pink, purple, green or even red glows that ripple across the sky.
    — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Nov. 2025
  • After signs of the Northern Lights last night, don't expect a repeat performance tonight.
    — Justin Lewis, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
  • Expect to see snow-laden evergreen trees, frozen rivers, and even the Northern Lights, all rushing past your window.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Somewhere mid-Atlantic, the Northern Lights appeared just above the inky-black horizon.
    — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Will the Northern Lights be visible from Wisconsin this week?
    — Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 30 July 2024
  • From possible upgrades to maybe seeing the Northern Lights, there are plenty of reasons to book a cruise in the fall.
    — Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2023
  • There’s also the Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen, a buffet-style restaurant.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2024
  • One Instagram video showcased his filming of the Northern Lights.
    — Courtney King, The Enquirer, 19 Mar. 2024

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