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
Sean Neumann, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
Even during the 2003 crisis over Iraq, a supposedly shining moment of European resistance, 14 EU members actively supported the United States, including Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
—Jeremy Shapiro, Foreign Affairs, 15 May 2018
For a brief and shining moment (gather ’round now, children), the Emmys played an enormous part in television’s modern efflorescence.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2024
And among the thousands of universities globally, none have become a more shining example than Arizona State University.
—Brandon Busteed, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
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Adjective
We’re devastated by the loss of our beautiful, sweet, kind, bright and shining star.
—Sean Neumann, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
Even during the 2003 crisis over Iraq, a supposedly shining moment of European resistance, 14 EU members actively supported the United States, including Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
—Jeremy Shapiro, Foreign Affairs, 15 May 2018
For a brief and shining moment (gather ’round now, children), the Emmys played an enormous part in television’s modern efflorescence.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2024
And among the thousands of universities globally, none have become a more shining example than Arizona State University.
—Brandon Busteed, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shining
Adjective
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Jolie accepted the Maltin Modern Master Award from Ava DuVernay, who gave a glowing tribute to the actress onstage at the Arlington Theater.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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That sentiment is a far cry from Melania Trump's own glowing characterizations of the aid agency's work.—
Lucien Bruggeman,
ABC News,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Even ketchup, tomato juice, or spaghetti sauce can do the trick in polishing copper.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
16 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
Adjective
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The luminous cores of distant, ancient galaxies, quasars expel jets of energetic matter.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
13 Feb. 2025
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This translates into better digestion, more energy, and a more luminous skin.—
Sofía Esquivel,
Glamour,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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While the internals aren't dazzling, the 14th-generation Intel i5 processor is more than speedy enough to tackle standard productivity tasks, Web browsing and media streaming.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PCMAG,
11 Feb. 2025
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Hailee Steinfeld's engagement ring from her fiancé Josh Allen is one dazzling diamond.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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Beyond the dust of Liverpool’s dock road and the huge lorries rolling in and out of the city’s port, the glass panels of Everton’s new home at the Bramley-Moore Dock sparkle impressively, radiating ambition.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
20 Dec. 2024
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Those affected may have chronic low back pain, stiffness, and radiating pain into the buttocks or legs, aggravated by activities that involve bending or lifting.—
Sarah Jividen,
Health,
20 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In the clubhouse, smoothing the path for Shohei Ohtani.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Dec. 2024
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Powered by nourishing shea butter and jojoba oil, this silicone-free formula hydrates, softens, and enhances shine while smoothing unruly hair.—
Erin Parker,
Allure,
27 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Her Los Angeles home is sunny and bright, with books lining the shelves, smiling snapshots of family and friends, and artwork filling nearly every wall.—
Kate Storey,
Rolling Stone,
14 Feb. 2025
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The pressure, the this, the that, bright lights, nothing.—
Eric Nehm,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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The scalp may feel excessively greasy or oily and appear shiny or wet.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
5 Feb. 2025
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The star's honey blonde locks were styled into a sleek and shiny blowout, courtesy of her longtime hairstylist Chris Appleton.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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“Shining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shining. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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