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beacon

[bee-kuhn] / ˈbi kən /


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"The survivors who have just gone through the same trial as myself; I hope that is a beacon of light for others," Karen said.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

It remains a beacon of opportunity for almost the entire world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The University of Kansas Health System has since become something of a beacon for women in Waldorf’s situation.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Larry Vein, a Palisades fire survivor who became a beacon of hope for other survivors as he relayed essential recovery information through social media videos and community events, has died.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Salla had waited until the beacon of the Night Lamp shone off the Valyrian's port bow before he put him off.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin




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