streetlamps

[US]/'stri:tlæmp/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. streetlamp

Example Sentences

Streetlamp in the Plaza de Armas, decorated by the symbol of Inca - puma.

The streetlamp flickered on as the sun began to set.

She walked under the streetlamp, feeling the cool breeze on her face.

The old streetlamp cast a warm glow on the cobblestone street.

The streetlamp illuminated the dark alleyway, revealing hidden graffiti on the walls.

He sat on the bench next to the streetlamp, reading a book under its soft light.

The streetlamp buzzed loudly, attracting a swarm of insects on a summer night.

The streetlamp at the corner of the street was broken, leaving the area in darkness.

The streetlamp post was decorated with colorful posters for the upcoming event.

The streetlamp outside her window cast long shadows on the bedroom wall.

The streetlamp was a welcome sight for the late-night joggers in the park.

Real-world Examples

It was empty and much darker than the streets it linked because there were no streetlamps.

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Moon, stars and streetlamps burst back into life.

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

The nearest streetlamp went out with a pop.

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Some of the streetlamps were broken; the two women were running between patches of light and deep darkness.

Source: 6. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Lower and lower they flew, until Harry could see individual headlights and streetlamps, chimneys and television aerials.

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Only use details. A streetlamp or a phone booth. Never entire areas.

Source: Fantasy Hollywood

In front of Briony Lodge, the streetlamps were just being lighted.

Source: Level 8 07. Sherlock Holmes (36 complete stories)

I could see in the distance, two intersections down, streetlamps, cars, and more pedestrians, but they were all too far away.

Source: Twilight: Eclipse

During winter evenings, Paris's streetlamps have a halo and resemble dandelions.

Source: English TEM-8 reading past exam papers 2008-2022

He said, " I had to teach the kids under the streetlamp. Now they will be able to study inside the house."

Source: VOA Special November 2022 Collection

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