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[lahyt] / laɪt /












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The devices are often mounted on municipal light poles, which makes the Bureau of Street Lighting responsible for their installation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The arrangement of Noguchi’s sculptural set pieces—some heavy and solid, others linear and light, alongside Graham’s mostly form-fitting costumes—evokes spare landscapes framing theatrical fashion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The French wanted a "small, light fighter" that could take off from its Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier, whereas the Germans wanted a bigger jet that could offer "air superiority", said Rusi's Christoph Bergs.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

He shed some light on origins of their romance, revealing that they were “introduced by friends” and immediately formed a strong connection.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

He could even see the place directly west, where the emerald light deepened into a shade so dense, it blotted out the trees.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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