shining

Example Sentences

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I doubt they'll achieve that but they could have a shining star in PSV Eindhoven striker Ricardo Pepi.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Barker has no interest in shining some light on Nikki when keeping his woebegone protagonist in the dark is scarier.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

They power up when the sun is shining or the wind is blowing and then discharge that power when the sun sets or the wind dies down.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

This week we’re shining a spotlight on service-industry jobs — opportunities that can help you earn money, build experience and develop marketable skills, especially if you haven’t landed an internship or entry-level role.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

A young woman, with long, dark, shining hair sat in the window engrossed in a book.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock