candle

[kan-dl] / ˈkæn dl /

NOUN

taper

Synonyms

STRONGEST

torch

STRONG

dip flambeau rushlight

WEAK

bougie

Example Sentences

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The Invesco QQQ Trust began to show signs of weariness last October, notably with a doji candle on Oct.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

A bullish morning star completed on March 24, and a doji candle formed the day before.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

But note the breakout failed quickly after a doji candle on Feb. 19, which was a red flag.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Nothing may ever hold a candle to that evening against Denmark, but this was a bit of a letdown.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Each night we lighted one more candle as Eusie read the story of the Maccabees.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom