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red light

NOUN
stop light
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“Carrying balances on those accounts is a flashing red light that changes need to be made to your budget. Don’t burn calories worrying about 3.75% vs. 4% when you are paying 20%.”

From MarketWatch Sep. 16, 2026

The vehicle had been stopped at a red light at the intersection and took off at a “high rate of speed” when the light changed, according to police.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 14, 2026

Shorter blue wavelengths scattering more easily, while more of the longer wavelength red light reaches the moon.

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

At a work conference in Albuquerque, N.M., in May, Chang wore a small pin with a red light indicating it was recording.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

The iron, on, with its little red light glowing.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King




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