Example Sentences

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The wall paintings are adorned with candelabras, stringed instruments called lyres, white cranes and a delicate daisy.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2025

Look closely at the candelabras, for example: They are fitted with fire-safe LEDs hooked to wavering filaments that substitute for open flame.

From New York Times • Sep. 10, 2023

We brought in the candelabras, and let the candles flicker on the bedside table.

From Slate • May 27, 2023

Down the center, he placed stoneware candelabras he bought in Amsterdam and low vases filled with ranunculus, freesia and juniper.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2022

Twelve yellow candles in bronze candelabras cast a dusky light over the girl.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende