as in chandelier
an object with several branches for holding sources of light
An elegant candelabra was placed on the dining table.
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Recent Examples of candelabra
Additionally, the candelabra will appear a third time, materializing in a cemetery crypt in the ride’s final act.
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Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
Others adapted smaller versions of that design, placing the bouquets beside busts, oversized candelabras and cascading bundles of grapes.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The following day, the couple exchanged handwritten vows in an intimate forest ceremony at an altar lit with gold candelabra.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The following day, the couple exchanged handwritten vows in an intimate forest ceremony at an altar lit with gold candelabra.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
Others adapted smaller versions of that design, placing the bouquets beside busts, oversized candelabras and cascading bundles of grapes.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The following day, the couple exchanged handwritten vows in an intimate forest ceremony at an altar lit with gold candelabra.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The following day, the couple exchanged handwritten vows in an intimate forest ceremony at an altar lit with gold candelabra.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candelabra
Noun
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Minimum and Maximum Height Similar to elegant hanging chandeliers, the minimum and maximum height of a pendant light has the power to make or break the potential of the light fixture in your space.—
Maria Conti,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2025
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Incorporating sculptural chandeliers, uplighting that dances across textured walls, and layered candlelight will transform a venue.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Lazard popped the question on a beach in Montauk, N.Y., getting down on one knee in a sandy pathway created using candles and white bouquets.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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Continually high interest rates and economic uncertainty are further diminishing consumer interest in non-essential products such as fragrances and candles.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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“Candelabra.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candelabra. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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