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Definitions

silver lining

NOUN
bright side of situation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bright side
WEAK
blue sky break in the clouds comforting prospect good side hopeful prospect positive side

Example Sentences

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But there is a silver lining of sorts — with less “must-see TV,” there are fewer reasons to subscribe to so many services.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

It’s almost possible to concoct a silver lining from this dreadful situation, but only by focusing on short-term electoral politics in the most bloodless and instrumental fashion.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

Sutton also found comfort in yoga and cycling, and eventually saw the silver lining in being single.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

The cuts also had a "silver lining", she said, by encouraging African governments to invest more in their health systems despite financial challenges.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Maybe there's one silver lining to my parents' decision?

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins