as in glowing
giving off or reflecting much light
the shining moon formed a nice backdrop for our outdoor concert
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as in beaming
to emit rays of light
the sun appears to shine particularly brightly in summer because that is when it's closest to the Earth
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as in polishing
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the salesman shined his shoes every morning before leaving the house
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Recent Examples of shining
Brandon Busteed, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
And Sunday set up a rematch of a Christmas Eve game that was a shining moment for Joe Flacco, wideout Amari Cooper and the Browns' 2023 season.
—Chris Bumbaca, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2024
The push-pull of multiple investigations is more interesting than the at-home plotlines for either detective, though there are a few rich moments and shining fights.
—Margaret Lyons, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2024
At the center of his dramas there is very often a person who proves harder to corrupt, whose innocence is more shining and resilient than that of others.
—Rachel Cusk, Harper's Magazine, 10 Sep. 2023
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And among the thousands of universities globally, none have become a more shining example than Arizona State University.
—Brandon Busteed, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
And Sunday set up a rematch of a Christmas Eve game that was a shining moment for Joe Flacco, wideout Amari Cooper and the Browns' 2023 season.
—Chris Bumbaca, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2024
The push-pull of multiple investigations is more interesting than the at-home plotlines for either detective, though there are a few rich moments and shining fights.
—Margaret Lyons, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2024
At the center of his dramas there is very often a person who proves harder to corrupt, whose innocence is more shining and resilient than that of others.
—Rachel Cusk, Harper's Magazine, 10 Sep. 2023
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Visitors throughout the state can experience the magnificent 3-acre Christmas light display, highlighted by a 30-foot ribbon tree, 32-foot glowing ribbon arch, dazzling 20-foot Starburst, Christmas sleigh, and more.Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 15 Dec. 2024
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Coming to New York after its debut in Montreal, these 20 spheres respond to light sources like flashlights and smartphones, inviting visitors to interact with their glowing surfaces.David Hochman, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Some edits and modifications were implemented with the goal of polishing Shakespeare’s language to fit more contemporary voices, trimming down lengthy plots, and adapting 16th-century plays to 17th-century London’s smaller theaters.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Dec. 2024
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The micro-polishing crystals remove dull skin and reveal a bright, smooth complexion.Bridget Degnan, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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Spanning from luminous leaded glass masterpieces to rare and storied collections, the auctions honor the legacy of Louis Comfort Tiffany alongside a selection of design masterworks spanning Art Deco to contemporary icons, Sotheby’s said in a statement.Thomas Waller, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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Many performances are career peaks: Thompson is luminous; Branagh plays Benedick with exquisite finesse, a sly operator who secretly wants to get caught.Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 11 Dec. 2024
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Ironically, this is followed by Venus’ dazzling debut in your sign on Dec. 7, heightening your charisma and powers of persuasion while enlightening you with insight and perspective on your romantic expression.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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There were so many painful steps along the way in your journey, but it’s also contrasted with this kind of mounting, escalating, dazzling series of accomplishments professionally.Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
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Another image, taken by the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) on the Suomi NPP satellite, shows the heat signature radiating from the Reykjanes Peninsula around five hours after the eruption began—shining brighter even than the nearby capital city of Reykjavík.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
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My generation was inspired by the revolutionary fervor radiating out of Iran that called for our people to take up arms against Israel and the West.Sheikh Abbas Al-Jawhari, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
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Editors and dermatologists alike love it for its fine line–smoothing powers, along with its ability to dramatically lighten dark spots caused by sun damage.Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Dec. 2024
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This oil is also spiked with rice bran oil, which is rich in skin-smoothing antioxidants.Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 6 Dec. 2024
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The double layering feels a little less preppy and more fashion-forward, and the bright red adds a cheery color pop.Talia Abbas, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2024
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The sky at the top of their driveway grew a brighter and brighter shade of red.Matt Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
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Then, a few years ago, a friend presented me with a thick, shiny box—minimal in its design, no rococo flourishes or swoopy landscapes—and promised that this panettone would change my life.Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 15 Dec. 2024
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Alongside Chalamet, his costar Elle Fanning wore red lips with a shiny custom Prada dress in butter yellow and jewels signed by Cartier.María Munsuri, Glamour, 14 Dec. 2024
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“Shining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shining. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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