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as in to shine
to emit rays of light
a lighthouse has beamed from this site since the 1790s
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Recent Examples of beam
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 Jan. 2025
Jod surmised that the Onyx Cinder would be allowed through, so the frigate switched on a tractor beam and reeled the kids in.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 7 Jan. 2025
Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
Based on where their shot wound up in virtual space, a light beamed from the ceiling, named Skymark, shows them where to place the ball.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Noun
State police said multiple traffic signs and about 20 feet of metal beam guardrail were struck during the collision.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 Jan. 2025
Jod surmised that the Onyx Cinder would be allowed through, so the frigate switched on a tractor beam and reeled the kids in.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 7 Jan. 2025
Verb
These satellites beam data down to receivers on the ground, allowing people to access the internet.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
Based on where their shot wound up in virtual space, a light beamed from the ceiling, named Skymark, shows them where to place the ball.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beam
Noun
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Heavy snow could in turn make temperatures feel even colder, since fallen snow both absorbs and reflects the sun's rays.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
2 Jan. 2025
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For stunning sunrise views, plan an early morning trip to the top of Cadillac Mountain, which is said to be the first place in the country where the sun's rays touch land.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Next to the salty, buttery walnuts, the batter really shined.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2025
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What her ex-husband said about their Miami experience January 09, 2025 9:42 PM Bryant’s campaign shone a spotlight on Miami and served as the model for anti-gay rights activists who organized around the country.—
Linda Robertson,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The first photo shows Margera and Phoenix grinning while on a racing car ride, with Phoenix pretending to drive the vehicle.—
Emma Kershaw,
People.com,
14 Jan. 2025
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By Monica Hunter-Hart, Forbes Staff When Justin Baldoni emerged grinning from a black van during a break from the rain at the Aug. 6 premiere of It Ends with Us in New York City, his co-star Blake Lively was nowhere to be seen.—
Monica Hunter-Hart,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The lightweight Ilia Liquid Light Serum Highlighter has a subtle, dewy glow.—
Loren Savini,
Allure,
22 Jan. 2025
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Many acne-prone reviewers praise its ability to lighten acne scars and calm any redness for a more radiant, smooth, soft, even, and glowing complexion.—
Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar,
Glamour,
22 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Photos from the event showed Trump and Jill Biden speaking to each other and smiling, an unexpected interaction between political foes.—
Marina Pitofsky,
USA TODAY,
15 Jan. 2025
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The second image included a sleeping Carter, while the final photo was of the newborn baby smiling as she was swaddled in a floral blanket.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
15 Jan. 2025
Verb
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That shared experience of laughing together helps both of us find relaxation.—
Amanda Schupak,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2025
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Vinicius Jr laughed from the sidelines as assistant Francesco Mauri took him away from the melee.—
Guillermo Rai,
The Athletic,
10 Jan. 2025
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“Beam.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beam. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.
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