strobe light

noun

: strobe

Examples of strobe light in a Sentence

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Each begins with a seamless transition from Jamie XX’s opening DJ set into almost two hours of strobe lights and dancing built around Kiss All the Time. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2026 Harassment techniques are also suggested, which include strobe lights, scare devices and noise deterrence devices like air horns, flare rounds or blank noise rounds. — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 28 Sep. 2026 This Consciot has four modes, including a strobe light to use in emergencies. — Karen Leblanc, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026 There are fog machines, rainstorm fans, seat shaker amplifiers, flashing strobe lights and strong scents, according to Regal’s website. — Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for strobe light

Word History

First Known Use

1947, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of strobe light was in 1947

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“Strobe light.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strobe%20light. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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