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beacon

[bee-kuhn] / ˈbi kən /


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They wear a combat vest which contains a radio/GPS-coded beacon to transmit their position, while they also carry water, food, first-aid material and a pistol in order to survive.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Despite the beacon, only Hanoi’s cà phê cognoscenti seek out this snug shop furnished with four short tables and a small counter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

In what has largely been a trying World Cup for Pakistan, Farhan has stood as a beacon of hope at the top of the order.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

In just two years, the farm has become a beacon for Black Angelenos and visitors seeking community and a deeper understanding of farming.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

The ginormous flashlight’s beacon sliced through the night sky.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein




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