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Whether hung from a pendant cord or used as a floor lamp shade, the collapsible paper shade gives off a diffused, ambient glow.—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025 The ribbed sleeves and hemline gives off a polished appearance — even when paired with leggings.—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025 Oxygen emits either a greenish-yellow light (the most familiar color of the aurora) or a red light; nitrogen generally gives off a blue light.—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 16 Sep. 2025 Then add a flameless tea light in the center to give off an inviting glow.—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for give off
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