city lights

/ˌsɪti ˈlaɪts/

noun

The aggregate of street lights of a city, particularly at night (often referring to the exciting attractions that the city features, especially its nightlife).

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Meanings

nouncity lights pl (plural only)
  1. pluralplural onlyThe aggregate of street lights of a city, particularly at night (often referring to the exciting attractions that the city features, especially its nightlife).
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“city lights.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/city%20lights. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

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