house lights

Example Sentences

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The house lights turned on as 2,800 people rose to their feet for endless applause.

From Slate • Jun. 30, 2025

But under the house lights each week on live TV, Johnson knows storylines are sold on his Hollywood heel persona.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 4, 2024

"What I like about it is the house lights are up and I can see everyone and see reactions. It is so magical," he said.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2023

He then walked offstage and another number played until the house lights came up.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 27, 2022

As that song ends, the curtain closes and the house lights come up for intermission.

From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan