illuminate

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“The End of Everything” transforms what could be a grim subject into a playful exploration of how science can be used to illuminate even the most distant possible future.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The documents also illuminate a glaring contrast between the training of Marines and that of immigration agents, who have been accused repeatedly of using unnecessary force against peaceful protesters, bystanders and immigrants during enforcement operations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

"There is a pressing need for well-designed research projects in humans, utilising labelled creatine to generate relevant data and illuminate the grey areas of our knowledge about these compounds," Dr. Boroujerdi explains.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

"Offering a powerful reflection of our world, the winners illuminate the realities we face globally; marked by fracture, urgency and yet an innate resilience," according to the World Press Photo statement.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

The burning snakes twisted horribly and some crawled burning across the floor of the grotto to illuminate its darker recesses.

From "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy