Candles flickered, casting shadows on wall.

Meaning: The candles burned with a shaky flame, creating dark areas on the wall.

Choice of Words: Candles are wax objects with a wick that is lit to produce light. Flickered means to burn unsteadily with a wavering flame. Casting means to throw or send something. Shadows are dark areas where light is blocked. Wall is a vertical structure that divides or encloses a space.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

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