dimming lights

Illumination growing weaker

Dimming lights refers to the practice of reducing light intensity, either for ambiance or as a signal.

In theaters and concert venues, dimming lights tells the audience the performance is about to begin: The lights dimmed and the crowd quieted.

At home, dimming lights creates mood or saves energy.

The phrase can also describe lights that flicker or fade due to power issues: The dimming lights during the storm made us nervous.

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golden hour · shadows · ambiance · romantic · candlelit · mood · soft · hazy · evening · cozy · intimate · flicker · waning · lowering · sunset · muted · warm · theater

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Opposites
visibility/illumination state

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Intense urban illumination

harsh lighting

atmospheric effect

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Theater audience area lighting

fluorescent lighting

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G