they light up, they turn on (reflexive form)
1. Third person plural present indicative of 'acender' in reflexive form; lights ignite or activate themselves
The lights turn on automatically at dusk.
As luzes acendem-se automaticamente ao anoitecer.
2. Metaphorical use: emotions or passions become aroused or intensified
Their eyes light up with excitement.
Os olhos deles acendem-se de entusiasmo.
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