Thesaurus results for FLASHBULB

flashbulb

noun

Definition of flashbulb

as in lighting

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Recent Examples of flashbulb The thrills began on Saturday, when the surprise arrival of Kim Kardashian caused a number of flashbulbs on the pit lane to explode. — Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026 Cut to the next scene and there is Aston Villa’s right-back stepping off the team coach to be met by the popping of flashbulbs. — Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2026 This historic Art Deco building is filled with references to German cinema and the festival’s glitz, featuring an ornate, sweeping marble-and-iron staircase and sparkling crystal chandeliers that evoke flashbulbs. — Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026 Slip into one of these, and don’t blame us if the flashbulb start popping. — Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 2 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for flashbulb

Recent Examples of Synonyms for flashbulb

Noun

Using sine wave generators and pink lighting so saturated it essentially blots out all other color and shadow, Young and Zazeela created a space that’s somehow both static and full of life.

— Sadie Sartini Garner, Pitchfork, 4 Oct. 2026
The dramatic lighting and wax museums are just spooky enough to summon the spirit of the witch trials without being off-putting for children.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of lighting

Noun

One driver, Eddie Imel, had a pair of pliers; his partner, Danny Jaramillo, had a flashlight.

— Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026
This Iniu model is compact and features 45-watt fast charge, a digital display, handy lanyard, phone stand, and flashlight.

— Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of flashlight

Noun

And some manage the difficult trick of tasting like fall without giving off loads of scented-candle energy.

— Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Alongside wireless lamps and smart calendars, the current shortlist includes candle warmer lamps, heated throw blankets, essential-oil diffusers, sunrise alarm clocks and rainfall showerheads.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of candle

Noun

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
Hundreds of others were there lighting small squat candles in their cedar-plank lanterns.

— Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of lantern

Noun

Above the headlight sits a new front-facing radar sensor, complementing the existing rear radar to bring Adaptive Cruise Control to the Tiger 1200.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Sep. 2026
So, Kruppa mentioned three different reasons that Matrix LED adaptive headlight technology is really important, and the three were safety, light pollution, and blinding people.

— Joel Feder, The Drive, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of headlight

Noun

First, the sequence pays homage to the nightclub scene in Gilda (1946), in which Rita Hayworth dances in a long shot amid ogling male patrons, tracked by a concentrated spotlight.

— Harmon Siegel, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
Now in its fifth year, the Albies is the Clooney Foundation’s annual ceremony, which shines an international spotlight on courageous individuals who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of justice, often at great personal risk.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of spotlight

Noun

What’s even harder is taking the same picture, but without the firefly’s glow, and only the floodlight reflected off the firefly’s dark body.

— Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026
The generator was only able to keep a floodlight on, the register running, and one refrigerator cool.

— Lauren Victory, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of floodlight

Noun

All suites have energy-efficient light bulbs, contributing to a sustainable environment.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Titans of Innovation Roundtable Billy Parks, head of FOX creator studios, had a light bulb moment 15 years ago while working with AT&T.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026