laser

noun

Definition of lasernext
as in spotlight
a device that produces a narrow and powerful stream of light that has many special uses in medicine, industry, etc. doctors using a laser to perform delicate eye surgery

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Recent Examples of laser This is a game laser-focused on fun, evoking that through smart puzzle design, cooperation, collectibles that are all tied to fun little minigames, and more. — George Yang, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2026 The program covers several approaches, including tokamaks, stellarators and laser fusion. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2026 In many applications, for example, laser and ozone can work together to create localized contrast and bleaching effects traditionally associated with PP spray. — Alice Tonello, Footwear News, 31 Aug. 2026 The 50,000 square-foot spot, which offered arcade games, bumper cars, go karts, laser tag bowling, an indoor coaster and more, took customers for their final ride on Sunday. — Kansas City Star, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for laser
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laser
  1. spotlight
  2. beam
Noun
  • Lately, the movie has been overshadowed by its jukebox musical counterpart, but the original film absolutely deserves its moment in the nightclub spotlight.
    — Kara Nesvig, Parents, 29 Aug. 2026
  • This year marks the 30th anniversary of Atlanta’s time in the international spotlight, and Allen’s works were recently on display at the Hammonds House Museum.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of spotlight
Noun
  • That’s harder than trying to spot a firefly right next to someone flashing their high-beams at you.
    — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The antlers grew off to the sides of the deer’s head instead of going upward, which contributed to the wide inside spread and long beams.
    — Richard P. Smith, Outdoor Life, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of beam

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“Laser.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laser. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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