candle

noun

Definition of candlenext
as in lantern

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Recent Examples of candle Made with a premium plant wax blend and a natural-fiber wick, this candle delivers a strong fragrance that keeps your home smelling fresh for up to 150 hours. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 June 2026 There will also be an exclusive Mini Fine Fragrance Mist Set and a White Barn Neutrals candle collection. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 And just as lighting a candle requires multiple causal factors – the presence of oxygen, a combustible object, a source of ignition – developing motivations requires multiple social and structural factors for that spark to grow into a flame. — Deborah Mower, The Conversation, 2 July 2026 Fans have seen glimpses of the home on social media over the years and, more recently, watched Swift use a fire extinguisher to put out a small candle blaze in the kitchen in a video posted by Swift’s recent musical collaborator Gracie Abrams. — Lily Boyce, New York Times, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for candle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for candle
  1. lantern
  2. lighting
  3. candelabra
  4. flashlight
  5. candelabrum
  6. lighthouse
  7. headlight
  8. chandelier
Noun
  • Light eight lanterns if the British are invading by land, but running late.
    — Evan Allgood, New Yorker, 1 July 2026
  • The church is where two lanterns were hung in the belfry on April 18, 1775, to warn the colonists that British troops were advancing by sea.
    — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Definition of lantern
Noun
  • The space is a balance between tropical escape and late-night lounge, with moody lighting, sexy design elements and music that keeps the energy elevated throughout the evening.
    — Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
  • On July 4 and July 5, the skyscraper will feature red, white, and blue lighting to celebrate Independence Day.
    — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 4 July 2026
Definition of lighting
Noun
  • Tables were set with ornate china, colored crystal glasses, silver candelabra, antique tureens, and monumental centerpieces.
    — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
  • Tall candelabras helped create mood lighting.
    — Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Definition of candelabra
Noun
  • Bring a flashlight with spare batteries to hike during the cool evening.
    — Hali Smith July 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 July 2026
  • Once home, inspect your luggage with a flashlight and clean the wheels before bringing it into your bedroom.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 June 2026
Definition of flashlight
Noun
  • Three objects—a sculpture each by Hiram Powers and Bessie Potter Vonnoh and a candelabrum by Andrew Ellicott Warner—will be added to the galleries.
    — Greg Allen, ARTnews.com, 7 June 2026
  • On Sunday night, the final Hanukkah candle was lit on menorahs around Orange County, illuminating the candelabrum in its full splendor of eight lights.
    — Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 22 Dec. 2025
Definition of candelabrum
Noun
  • Pressed against the ship's railing, the sailors spotted a lighthouse and a water tower through binoculars.
    — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • One, 36 by El Faro, sits atop a lighthouse and offers striking views.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026
Definition of lighthouse
Noun
  • The idea of having to replace one of Audi’s new adaptive Matrix LED headlight setups is something most people probably don’t want to stomach.
    — Joel Feder, The Drive, 11 June 2026
  • Sena says the headlight automatically shuts off after 10 minutes in a bid to preserve battery life.
    — Utkarsh Sood June 07, New Atlas, 7 June 2026
Definition of headlight
Noun
  • With deep connections to the bride, the latter duo are expected to perform on the stage constructed on the MSG floor amidst foliage and chandeliers.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 July 2026
  • The sumptuous design extends throughout the property, from the dining room, adorned with Murano glass chandeliers and wall sconces, to the moody bar and lounge with its fine wood paneling and custom ironwork.
    — Tia Lovisa Moreira, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
Definition of chandelier

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“Candle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candle. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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