pilot light
Example Sentences
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That might be a sign that the pilot light on the heater has gone out.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2023
“The pilot light got ignited by ‘In Bruges.’”
From Seattle Times • Oct. 18, 2022
And in light of her age, her drive and her talent, it would come as quite a surprise if Swiatek, with Nadal for a pilot light, does not win at Roland Garros again.
From New York Times • Jun. 4, 2022
If you have a gas unit, Bottem says relighting the pilot light — if you feel comfortable doing this — often solves the problem.
From Washington Post • Oct. 18, 2021
I needed something that could hold a flame, some kind of pilot light.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
