beacon

Example Sentences

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L.A.’s landscape keeps changing, but Golden Apple has been a beacon of nerdisms.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

The city, under fire from Iran and assailed by critics, is a beacon of opportunity for people around the world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

In what has largely been a trying World Cup for Pakistan, Farhan has stood as a beacon of hope at the top of the order.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

"In a world that can feel so dark, Bobby was always a beacon on light to everyone around him," they said.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

Glowing like a beacon, especially compared to the display of paint cans on one side and gardening tools on the other.

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon