LIGHT INTO Synonyms: 158 Similar and Opposite Words

light into

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Definition of light into

as in attack

to criticize harshly and usually publicly She lit into the intern for deleting an important file.

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as in approach

to start work on energetically We lit into the new project right away.

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as in assault

to take sudden, violent action against He lit into the punching bag as though it were his worst enemy.

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Recent Examples of light into Harnessing invisible frequencies of light such as radio massively expanded our communication range, while hyper-focusing light into lasers tremendously increased communication fidelity. — New Atlas, 20 Aug. 2026 The discovery will shed new light into just who was traversing these waters during that era, the culture ministry says. — Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026 Adding transoms above doors can allow more light into an otherwise dark space. — Jennifer Fernandez, Architectural Digest, 30 July 2026 Circular patios and courtyards will direct light into the building, while gardens and outdoor resting places will allow visitors to take in views of the nearby Pichincha volcano. — News Desk, Artforum, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for light into

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This provides a ton of flexibility for progression, and feels extremely rewarding for painting units together – and directly ties into that narrative sense of camaraderie that builds as well.

— Hayes Madsen, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2026
In Season 2, Reece will uncover a conspiracy that reaches from Moscow to Langley and ties into his own family’s history.

— Denise Petski, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of tie into

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Right-hander Ben Joyce, who had not given up a run in any of his first six games, was a strike away from ending it when the Rangers’ Wyatt Langford blooped a 102 mph pitch into right field for a game-tying double.

— Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2026
Luke Keaschall hit Mize's fourth pitch into the seats in left, his eighth.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026

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Meanwhile, across the way in Capri is the world-famous beach club Fontellina, set upon a rocky expanse.

— Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 4 Aug. 2026
Place all dryer-safe clothing from your luggage in the dryer for 30 to 45 minutes at the highest heat setting upon returning home.

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026

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