as in glowing
giving off or reflecting much light
the shining moon formed a nice backdrop for our outdoor concert
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as in beaming
to emit rays of light
the sun appears to shine particularly brightly in summer because that is when it's closest to the Earth
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as in polishing
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the salesman shined his shoes every morning before leaving the house
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Recent Examples of shining
Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
We’re devastated by the loss of our beautiful, sweet, kind, bright and shining star.
—Sean Neumann, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
Even during the 2003 crisis over Iraq, a supposedly shining moment of European resistance, 14 EU members actively supported the United States, including Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
—Jeremy Shapiro, Foreign Affairs, 15 May 2018
For a brief and shining moment (gather ’round now, children), the Emmys played an enormous part in television’s modern efflorescence.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2024
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Adjective
Before this iteration of Shelley's tale, the first modern version of the myth, there hadn't been a horror film that so graphically indulged in gore and violence, in bright and shining color photography no less.
—Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
We’re devastated by the loss of our beautiful, sweet, kind, bright and shining star.
—Sean Neumann, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
Even during the 2003 crisis over Iraq, a supposedly shining moment of European resistance, 14 EU members actively supported the United States, including Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
—Jeremy Shapiro, Foreign Affairs, 15 May 2018
For a brief and shining moment (gather ’round now, children), the Emmys played an enormous part in television’s modern efflorescence.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shining
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Getty Images Getty Images Just as glowing as Anderson herself is the actor's gratitude for this moment in her career.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
24 Feb. 2025
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Also 6-foot-1, Turner did not come along with as glowing credentials.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Even ketchup, tomato juice, or spaghetti sauce can do the trick in polishing copper.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
16 Dec. 2024
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Some edits and modifications were implemented with the goal of polishing Shakespeare’s language to fit more contemporary voices, trimming down lengthy plots, and adapting 16th-century plays to 17th-century London’s smaller theaters.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Key Ingredients: Shea butter, avocado oil, orange peel wax Finish: Available in luminous or natural finishes Shades: 12 How to apply: Ilia keeps matters simple with its multi-stick: swipe, blend, and go.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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But in Ravel’s solo works, which across decades of composition contain both the evocative broad strokes of impressionism and the luminous specificity of pointillism, his approach can have mixed results.—
Joshua Barone,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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The detonation sent chunks of debris raining down over the area, creating a dazzling artificial meteor shower for people in The Bahamas and Florida's Space Coast, among other locales.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
7 Mar. 2025
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Top 5 Women: Ariana Grande and Schiaparelli Win Big Five dazzling actresses and zero surprises topped the list of women seen at the Oscars 2025.—
Laurie Brookins,
The Hollywood Reporter,
7 Mar. 2025
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Beyond the dust of Liverpool’s dock road and the huge lorries rolling in and out of the city’s port, the glass panels of Everton’s new home at the Bramley-Moore Dock sparkle impressively, radiating ambition.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
20 Dec. 2024
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Those affected may have chronic low back pain, stiffness, and radiating pain into the buttocks or legs, aggravated by activities that involve bending or lifting.—
Sarah Jividen,
Health,
20 Dec. 2024
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In the clubhouse, smoothing the path for Shohei Ohtani.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Dec. 2024
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Powered by nourishing shea butter and jojoba oil, this silicone-free formula hydrates, softens, and enhances shine while smoothing unruly hair.—
Erin Parker,
Allure,
27 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Look for cabbage that feels heavy for its size, has nice, bright green, crisp leaves, and has little to no blemishes or brown spots.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2025
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The Kennedy Center is an American Jewel, and must reflect the brightest STARS on its stage from all across our Nation.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2025
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The matte alligator Venere bag with a concave top was hand-painted to achieve a shiny, shimmering effect, while the top-handle Perla, a squarish bucket-like bag, came in rich hues, including dark brown and ruby red.—
Stephen Garner,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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Too many businesses derailed because they weren’t focused on their core strengths, trying to go down paths that made no sense just to impress investors or chase a shiny new thing.—
Damon Stafford,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Shining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shining. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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