torchlight
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of torchlight
late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425; torch 1, light 1
Example Sentences
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In contrast to the danse macabre sequences at the deathbed, Jill overhears the “celebratory sound” of a neighbor’s back yard evening wedding by torchlight.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026
They pray by torchlight for food, shelter, and water, then eat in silence.
From BBC • Aug. 9, 2025
Diver Mags Martin said: "Because we had torches, it glinted in the torchlight."
From BBC • Jul. 31, 2025
Dell’Acqua said her program has followed the story “at every demonstration and torchlight procession,” to keep a spotlight on the case.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2025
Even in dim torchlight, the grandeur of the place amazed me.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
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