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as in illumines
to supply with light
a floor lamp illuminates a living room rather nicely
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as in explains
to make plain or understandable
the museum's exhibit on the refraction of light really illuminated the subject for us
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as in illustrates
to supplement with pictorial matter for the purpose of explanation or decoration
no one knows for sure the identity of the artist who illuminated that medieval manuscript so beautifully
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as in emphasizes
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
the results of the statewide testing illuminated the need to place more focus on instruction in math and science
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as in educates
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
how man is illuminated by a higher spirit
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Recent Examples of illuminates
Combining research with her own personal stories, the author illuminates why plants are so vital to our ecosystem and asks pressing questions about the relationship between humans and natural life.
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Annabel Gutterman, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
The productivity gap also illuminates a global workplace paradox.
—Cynthia Pong, Jd, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The result is a memoir that illuminates and burns, a story that speaks for generations and for one individual, who is unique but never alone.
—The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
The full moon in Taurus on November 15 illuminates your fourth house of home, which encourages you to make necessary changes to your living situation or emotional foundations in order to move forward later on.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024
At the top of the tree is a bright, shining star which illuminates the streets of Mayfair, representing a symbol of hope this Christmas.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Thankfulness unlocks creativity, fosters connection, and illuminates paths forward, even in the darkest of times.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Some nights are calm, others furious as in this photograph, where the brightness of the crater illuminates the night sky.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
But the moon illuminates the secret of his own beauty, and teaches Panther to love himself.
—Lorraine Berry, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024
Annabel Gutterman, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
The productivity gap also illuminates a global workplace paradox.
—Cynthia Pong, Jd, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The result is a memoir that illuminates and burns, a story that speaks for generations and for one individual, who is unique but never alone.
—The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
The full moon in Taurus on November 15 illuminates your fourth house of home, which encourages you to make necessary changes to your living situation or emotional foundations in order to move forward later on.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024
At the top of the tree is a bright, shining star which illuminates the streets of Mayfair, representing a symbol of hope this Christmas.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Thankfulness unlocks creativity, fosters connection, and illuminates paths forward, even in the darkest of times.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Some nights are calm, others furious as in this photograph, where the brightness of the crater illuminates the night sky.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
But the moon illuminates the secret of his own beauty, and teaches Panther to love himself.
—Lorraine Berry, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for illuminates
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The news, if true, is essentially a spoiler — and explains why nothing has been publicly confirmed.Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
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As Natalia explains, the film isn’t just about documenting these crises.Colleen Hamilton, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
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Beyond the economic impact, Swift illustrates the enormous influence that a woman who stands fully in her power and uses her voice can have on our culture at large.Holly Corbett, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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The picture at Orange County’s biggest shelter, OC Animal Care, illustrates the trend on the local front.Teri Sforza, Orange County Register, 6 Dec. 2024
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For example, Patagonia emphasizes environmental stewardship and collaboration, aligning leadership roles with its mission of sustainability.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Breckenridge Distillery in Colorado emphasizes local ingredients and various unique finishes, including Port barrels.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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While signing Jansen clarifies the catching situation in Tampa, the Red Sox have only Connor Wong listed at catcher on their 40-man roster.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Scarpa’s allegory clarifies the political games-playing that few have heeded from Roman history or imperial mythology.Armond White, National Review, 6 Dec. 2024
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His dominance on the court is undeniable, but what inspires me even more is his grit, reinvention, and unrelenting commitment to excellence.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Here, Mars inspires the desire to express yourself with courage and confidence and take center stage with an open heart.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Other thoughtful gestures could include crafting handmade items, printing a photo that captures your bond or any action that demonstrates time and effort, Ward said.Julianna Bragg, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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This publicly demonstrates your ongoing commitment to accessibility, reflecting your organization's specific policies and the current status of accessibility efforts.Ran Ronen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Sanders, like Sethi, stresses the importance of viewing social media platforms as a tool to help build an audience, rather than a direct competitor.Lynette Rice, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
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Nissan stresses that its bench is specially crafted to provide firm seating support during the ride and supple, sofa-like cushion when lounging and sleeping.New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Dec. 2024
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Starting with translations, the platform supports expansion into audio dramas, visual novels, and more through an agentic workflow that simplifies adaptation processes.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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This simplifies the process of collecting expert demonstration data, as humans can intuitively guide the robot through various tasks.Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Dec. 2024
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