house lights
Example Sentences
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The house lights turned on as 2,800 people rose to their feet for endless applause.
From Slate • Jun. 30, 2025
The house lights turned on as he made a three-point turn to leave, Walsh said.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 18, 2024
"What I like about it is the house lights are up and I can see everyone and see reactions. It is so magical," he said.
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2023
Another number played in its stead before the house lights came up.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2022
The bus, as usual, was quiet when he climbed in—as proportionately quiet, at any rate, as a theatre with dimming house lights.
From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger
