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gaslight

[gas-lahyt] / ˈgæsˌlaɪt /




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Why Graham is willing to gaslight his followers like this isn’t a mystery.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

Esther Crain, the author of ‘The Gilded Age in New York, 1870-1910,’ says gold interiors served a practical purpose: brightening rooms lit by gaslight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

But if they are willing to gaslight you about pay, exploring other options might be smart.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 21, 2026

The petition says they should say sorry for "attempting to gaslight the public and undermining the efforts of genuine athletes."

From BBC • Aug. 15, 2024

As the man turned to me, the gaslight fell upon his face.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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