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lighting

[lahy-ting] / ˈlaɪ tɪŋ /
NOUN
illumination
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STRONG


NOUN
ignition
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Liberty Linhaul West’s fleet also works with L.A.’s entertainment and event industries, transporting staging, lighting and other equipment for events such as the Oscars, Grammys and Country Music Awards.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

"Although there has been a total increase of 16 percent worldwide, that does not mean that lighting is increasing everywhere," explained Christopher Kyba.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

Humans can understand how lighting changes surface details, like how angled lighting reveals texture but reduces visible color.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

A California-based startup called Reflect Orbital says that reflecting sunshine on places during times of darkness could charge up solar panels, grow crops and replace urban lighting.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

“It's to sweep out bad spirits. A must-have for a new space. Much like how Lian is lighting incense on her new altar.”

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton




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