brighten

Example Sentences

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“As soon as she meets Leo, there’s just something there even though his light has gotten dim and you see him brighten as they progress, as well,” Bertinelli says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Intel helped brighten a market clouded by war anxiety, pushing Nasdaq to its fifth record close of the year. the S&P 500 rose 0.8% and also closed at a record.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

If fresh ice was exposed, why did the comet not brighten right away?

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

After a warm and ice-cold shower, he cleanses his face and rubs a frozen cucumber over it, which he says will reduce puffiness, acne and brighten his skin.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

At last he’d see the man’s eyes brighten.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham