beacon
US /ˈbikən/
・UK /ˈbi:kən/
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n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Something providing guidance or hope to people
He is such an inspiration, many consider him as a beacon of hope.
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Light or radio signal used to guide e.g. ships
That beacon on the mountain helped warn pilots if their planes are flying too close to the ground
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A radio transmitter that emits a signal for navigational or tracking purposes.
The emergency beacon transmitted a distress signal, alerting rescue teams to the downed aircraft's location.
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A person or thing that serves as an inspiration, guide, or symbol of hope.
Her unwavering commitment to justice made her a beacon of hope for the oppressed.
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Democratic Presidential Debate - June 26 (Full) | NBC News
- As president, our White House, our White House will be a beacon of light, providing hope and opportunity, ushering in a new century where every single person will be able to get the health care they need, where we will have clean air to breathe and clean water to drink, where we will have good-paying jobs in a new, green economy.
As president, our White House, our White House will be a beacon of light, providing hope and opportunity, ushering in a new century where every single person will be able to get the health care they need, where we will have clean air to breathe and clean water to drink, where we will have good-paying jobs in a new, green economy.
- As President, our White House, our White House will be a beacon of light, providing hope and opportunity, ushering in a new century where every single person will be able to get the health care they need, where we will have clean air to breathe and clean water to drink, where we will have good-paying jobs in a new, green economy.
As President, our White House, our White House will be a beacon of light, providing hope and opportunity, ushering in a new century where every single person will be able to get the health care they need, where we will have clean air to breathe and clean water to drink, where we will have good-paying jobs in a new, green economy.
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- This is a beacon of hope and possibilities.
This is a beacon of hope and possibilities.
- This is a beacon of hope and possibilities.
This is a beacon of hope and possibilities.
Keeping Tourists Alive: The Job of a Svalbard Travel Guide
- This is the avalanche beacon, OK?
This is the avalanche beacon, OK?
- This is the avalanche beacon, okay?
This is the avalanche beacon, okay?
Why Brexit Failed the UK
- What once was seen as a beacon of hope has now turned into an economic nightmare.
What once was seen as a beacon of hope has now turned into an economic nightmare.
- What once was seen as a beacon of hope has now turned into an economic nightmare.
What once was seen as a beacon of hope has now turned into an economic nightmare.
Martin Luther King | "I Have A Dream" Speech
- This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice.
This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice.
- This momentous Decree came as a [great] beacon light of hope to millions of negro slaves
This momentous Decree came as a [great] beacon light of hope to millions of negro slaves
Why Americans are OBSESSED with Starbucks
- It also conveniently serves as a bit of a beacon to tell everybody that your drink is from Starbucks when you're on the street or whatever.
It also conveniently serves as a bit of a beacon to tell everybody that your drink is from Starbucks when you're on the street or whatever.
- It also conveniently serves as a bit of a beacon to tell everybody that your drink is from Starbucks when you're on the street or whatever.
It also conveniently serves as a bit of a beacon to tell everybody that your drink is from Starbucks when you're on the street or whatever.
Breonna Taylor, EU’s ‘nuclear option’ and Golden Dome
- Once a beacon of democratic hope in the wake of the Arab Spring, the country is grappling with new repression under President Kayess Said.
Once a beacon of democratic hope in the wake of the Arab Spring, the country is grappling with new repression under President Kayess Said.
- Once a beacon of democratic hope in the wake of the Arab Spring, the country is grappling with new repression under President Qais Said.
Once a beacon of democratic hope in the wake of the Arab Spring, the country is grappling with new repression under President Qais Said.
How to see Iceland in 10 Days - A Ring Road Itinerary
- Over the centuries, the church has weathered storms, earthquakes, and other challenges, yet it remains a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations of Icelanders.
Over the centuries, the church has weathered storms, earthquakes, and other challenges, yet it remains a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations of Icelanders.
- other challenges, yet it remains a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations of Icelanders.
other challenges, yet it remains a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations of Icelanders.
American History: The Greatest Speeches (1933-2008)
- And to all those who have wondered if America's beacon still burns as bright, tonight we proved once more that the true strength of our nation comes not from the might of our arms or the scale of our wealth, but
And to all those who have wondered if America's beacon still burns as bright, tonight we proved once more that the true strength of our nation comes not from the might of our arms or the scale of our wealth, but
- wondered if America's beacon still burns as bright tonight we proved once more
wondered if America's beacon still burns as bright tonight we proved once more
10 Shocking Realities About Life In Taiwan Today | Travel Documentary
- Taiwan stands as a democratic beacon in East Asia, a technological powerhouse, and a cultural treasure trove that most of the world barely understands.
Taiwan stands as a democratic beacon in East Asia, a technological powerhouse, and a cultural treasure trove that most of the world barely understands.
- Taiwan stands as a democratic beacon in East Asia, a technological powerhouse, and
Taiwan stands as a democratic beacon in East Asia, a technological powerhouse, and