stop
light
Plural
stoplights
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the red light at the back of a vehicle that lits up when brakes are used to signal stopping or slowing down to other drivers
- The driver in front of her tapped the brakes, causing the stoplights to flash brightly.
- The mechanic replaced the broken stoplight bulb to ensure visibility during nighttime driving.
- The police officer pulled over the vehicle for having a defective stoplight.
- The car's stoplights automatically activate when the driver presses the brake pedal.
- It's important to check the functionality of your stoplights regularly to ensure road safety.
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a traffic signal that uses lights to regulate the movement of vehicles at intersections
A stoplight is another term for a traffic light, used to control the movement of vehicles and pedestrians at intersections. It has three main colors: red, yellow, and green. Red means stop, yellow warns to slow down or prepare to stop, and green means it is safe to go. Stoplights are installed to help maintain order on the road, prevent accidents, and ensure smooth traffic flow. They are commonly found in busy areas where there is a lot of vehicle and pedestrian movement.
- The car waited at the red stoplight.
- Drivers must obey the stoplight to avoid accidents.
- The new stoplight improved safety at the busy junction.
- Pedestrians crossed the street when the stoplight turned green.
- He ran the stoplight and received a ticket.
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