brighten

Example Sentences

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Baron’s prospects could brighten if SpaceX shares soar next month in what’s expected to be the biggest-ever stock-market debut.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

A series of converging yellow rays brighten the Wilshire/La Brea station.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

These include Cepheid variable stars, which brighten and dim in predictable ways, red giant stars with known brightness, Type Ia supernovae, and certain galaxy types.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

Finally, consider setting up what I think of as a zhush station — a small collection of ingredients that allow guests to brighten and customize what’s on their plate.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

“It is. It is. Getting a good starpost can brighten your day.”

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton