- present tense form of shine (3rd person singular).
shines
Example Sentences
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It is in explication of his pleasant ideas that Mr. Epley really shines.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
But Adrian is never far from his thoughts or absent from the screen: this smiling, happy boy slowly transforming into an edgy, troubled young man whose sweetness still occasionally shines through.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2026
"Jude shines as England beat Norway 2-1 to reach semis", is the paper's review.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
His lack of polish in speeches underscores his authenticity, and he shines in more intimate settings with voters, and in interviews.
From Salon ● Jul. 9, 2026
But Abuelita shines the same big smile on me and tries to hug me too.
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
