hold a lantern

Frequency: 6.99.8 per million words

To have a lantern in one's hand or arms.

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Examples (10)

  • The child carefully held the lantern as they walked through the dark forest.
  • Can you hold this lantern for a moment while I tie my shoe?
  • She needed someone to hold a lantern for her to see the ancient map.
  • In the old days, people would hold lanterns to light their way at night.
  • He was seen holding a flickering lantern near the entrance of the cave.
  • Please hold the lantern higher so we can see the path ahead.
  • The guide always holds a powerful lantern during night tours.
  • I will hold the lantern while you search for the lost keys.
  • A solitary figure was holding a dim lantern by the well.
  • If you hold a lantern steady, it provides better light.