pilot light
Example Sentences
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It was like someone lit the pilot light.
From Los Angeles Times
One of the property’s residents told Pittsburgh ABC affiliate WTAE-TV that the victim was trying to turn on the pilot light on a furnace in the guest house when the building burst.
From Washington Times
Yulman’s modules sat on small tables, rhythmically sparking like little pilot lights and pulsing against small drums in conversation with their human counterparts.
From Washington Post
Checking and relighting a pilot light is something you can do yourself; SoCalGas suggests consulting the furnace owner’s manual or contacting the utility for assistance.
From Los Angeles Times
“The pilot light got ignited by ‘In Bruges.’”
From Seattle Times
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