light at end of tunnel
曙光在望,曙光乍现,曙光初现,曙光
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Definitions
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- : something that makes things visible or affords illumination: All colors depend on light.
- : Physics. Also called lu·mi·nous en·er·gy, radiant energy. electromagnetic radiation to which the organs of sight react, ranging in wavelength from about 400 to 700 nanometers and propagated at a speed of 186,282 miles per second, considered variously as a wave, a stream of particles, or a quantum phenomenon.a similar form of radiant energy that does not affect the retina, as ultraviolet or infrared rays.
- : the sensation produced by stimulation of the organs of sight.
- : an illuminating agent or source, as the sun, a lamp, or a beacon.
- : the radiance or illumination from a particular source: the light of a candle.
- : the illumination from the sun; daylight: We awoke at the first light.
- : daybreak or dawn: when light appeared in the east.
- : daytime: Summer has more hours of light.
- : a particular light or illumination in which an object seen takes on a certain appearance: viewing the portrait in dim light.
- : a device for or means of igniting, as a spark, flame, or match: Could you give me a light?
- : a traffic light: Don't cross till the light changes.
- : the aspect in which a thing appears or is regarded: Try to look at the situation in a more cheerful light.
- : the state of being visible, exposed to view, or revealed to public notice or knowledge; limelight: Stardom has placed her in the light.
- : a person who is an outstanding leader, celebrity, or example; luminary: He became one of the leading lights of Restoration drama.
- : Art. the effect of light falling on an object or scene as represented in a picture.one of the brightest parts of a picture.
- : a gleam or sparkle, as in the eyes.
- : a measure or supply of light; illumination: The wall cuts off our light.
- : spiritual illumination or awareness; enlightenment.
- : Architecture. Also called day. one compartment of a window or window sash.a window, especially a small one.
- : mental insight; understanding.
- : lights, the information, ideas, or mental capacities possessed: to act according to one's lights.
- : a lighthouse.
- : Archaic. the eyesight.
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light·er, light·est.
- : having light or illumination; bright; well-lighted: the lightest room in the entire house.
- : pale, whitish, or not deep or dark in color: a light blue.
- : containing enough milk or cream to produce a light color.
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light·ed or lit, light·ing.
- : to set burning, as a candle, lamp, fire, match, or cigarette; kindle; ignite.
- : to turn or switch on: One flick of the master switch lights all the lamps in the room.
- : to give light to; furnish with light or illumination: The room is lighted by two large chandeliers.
- : to make bright with or as if with light: Hundreds of candles lighted up the ballroom.
- : to cause to brighten, especially with joy, animation, or the like: A smile lit up her face. Her presence lighted up the room.
- : to guide or conduct with a light: a candle to light you to bed.
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light·ed or lit, light·ing.
- : to take fire or become kindled: The damp wood refused to light.
- : to ignite a cigar, cigarette, or pipe for purposes of smoking: He took out a pipe and lighted up before speaking.
- : to become illuminated when switched on: This table lamp won't light.
- : to become bright, as with light or color: The sky lights up at sunset.
- : to brighten with animation or joy, as the face or eyes.
Phrases
- light a fire under
- light as a feather
- light at the end of the tunnel
- light dawned, the
- lighten up
- light heart
- light into
- lightning never strikes twice in the same place
- light on
- light out
- light up
- begin to see daylight (see the light of day)
- bring to light
- come to light
- go light on
- green light
- heavy (light) heart
- hide one's light
- in a good (bad) light
- in the cold light of day
- in the light of
- lace (light) into
- leading light
- make light of
- many hands make light work
- once over lightly
- out cold (like a light)
- see the light
- shed light on
- sweetness and light
- travel light
- trip the light fantastic
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Examples
For example, you could make a routine that turns off your lights, plays relaxing music, and locks your doors when you say, “Alexa, goodnight.”
They were each sent a package with a laptop, microphone, ring light, and high resolution camera to shoot themselves during the show—essentially serving as their own directors for the night.
Before news of the coach firings came, Ingalls said the whole experience has shed light on the need for more oversight and training for school coaches.
Formed by different salinity and temperature layers within the water, the SOFAR channel is a horizontal layer that acts as a wave guide, guiding sound waves in much the same way that optical fibers guide light waves, Wu says.
Sometimes they’ll change their recommendations as new evidence comes to light.
You just travel light with carry-on luggage, go to cities that you love, and get to hang out with all your friends.
And how we want to live our lives in light of those differences.
Gillingham tells Mary that he wants to make their lives simpler, but it sounds a little like the dying of the light.
As Randy notes, “Maybe there is a value in shining a light on this and asking the questions.”
In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Behold a dumpy, comfortable British paterfamilias in a light flannel suit and a faded sun hat.
She did not need a great cook-book; She knew how much and what it took To make things good and sweet and light.
Mr. Jones swung round a large iron key he held in his hand, and light dawned upon him.
Distance, the uncertain light, and imagination, magnified it to a high wall; high as the wall of China.
The faint candle-light glimmered on a ponderous gilded cornice, which had also sustained violence.