illuminate
Example Sentences
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There, illuminated by the small flames above the dripping wax, we cooked, talked and piled blankets to stay warm.
Christmas lights illuminate Damascus's Old City while government forces patrol its shadows as security fears haunt Syria's Christian community.
From Barron's
They quickly became my heroes, and deserved to be illuminated as inspirations to others.
From Los Angeles Times
Musicians illuminated stages with bell-bottom jeans, platform shoes and colourful headbands.
From BBC
If you want to challenge your boss, try raising thoughtful, nonconfrontational questions that illuminate risks or unintended consequences of a plan or decision.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.