enlightened

Example Sentences

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“I believe that it enlightened, lit a fire under the guys,” DiGiorgio said, “to be a little excited for this week.”

From Los Angeles Times

For 18th-century enlightened reformers, ethnic diversity and multiculturalism weren’t good things.

From The Wall Street Journal

There’s always a visual dialogue between carnal desire and enlightened thinking.

From Los Angeles Times

No player has worked harder for their sport during this period of unprecedented tumult and the board has rejected someone many people regard as the game’s most articulate and enlightened international voice.

From BBC

“It’s not as though everyone became enlightened suddenly. It had to get instigated. It had to catch fire. It’s no good to have one. You have to have a plethora.”

From Seattle Times