candle

[kan-dl] / ˈkæn dl /

NOUN

taper

Synonyms

STRONGEST

torch

STRONG

dip flambeau rushlight

WEAK

bougie

Example Sentences

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Notice the base started on June 23, 2025, with a bearish engulfing candle.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

A bullish morning star completed on March 24, and a doji candle formed the day before.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The fund is now 27% off its most recent 52 week high after a doji candle printed on Sept. 18.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

But note the breakout failed quickly after a doji candle on Feb. 19, which was a red flag.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Shielding her candle with one hand so that it would not go out, she stepped closer, into the gloom.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood