lights
Americanplural noun
plural noun
plural noun
Etymology
Origin of lights
First recorded in 1150–1200; Middle English lihte, lightes, noun use of liht light 2; lung
Example Sentences
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Every facet of life - joy, despair and everything in between – co-existed under the strobe lights.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
Although an emergency room can keep someone safe, many autistic people find its bright lights, incessant noise and unfamiliarity to be more distressing than helpful.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Dion also recorded a French version of the video message announcing the tour, which was played over loudspeakers as the Tower was illuminated by purple lights.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
The lights are dim, and calming classical music plays from built-in speakers.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
Pop was the one who greeted us with a smile that felt like he’d switched the lights on.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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