beacon
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Thompson, who also played for Tranmere Rovers, Bury and Carlisle, was remembered as a "beacon of hope" at his funeral in May last year.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
It also revived troubling memories of military coups from decades ago, in a country now viewed as a beacon of peaceful democracy in Asia.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
I thought Jack White’s opening riffs were a beacon.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
The airman would have received training for a situation like this, and it would have involved turning his beacon signal on, getting to high ground, concealing himself and establishing communications.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
Through fading eyes, Celaena saw a crown of stars glittering atop Elena’s head, her silver armor shining like a beacon in the blackness.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
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