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shining

[shahy-ning] / ˈʃaɪ nɪŋ /


ADJECTIVE
illustrious
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The country's growth model "has bifurcated into two distinct trends: weakening domestic demand and a shining performance in high-tech products", she said.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Your skin is slightly shining from perspiration, but you barely feel the heat because you get to enjoy the cold deliciousness of a frozen yogurt pop.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

Now they just need wins on the scoreboard, lots of them, enough to restore faith in what was once one of this city’s shining basketball operations.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Electricity has to be available all the time - not just when the wind is blowing or the sun is shining.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

The building was lit with bright spotlights hanging from the ceiling, shining down on three large circus rings.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith




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