brightening

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They tell clients in a note that the outlook for futures trading is brightening and that they anticipate higher sustainable volumes and upside from ASX’s new equity post-trade revenue model.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

An hour later, just before serving, I reached for the microplane again — another pass, another layer, the whole pot brightening at the edges.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

“Oh, this is just about women,” she says, her face brightening.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Scientists warn that the debris is congesting space, brightening the night sky, and threatens collision with rockets, the International Space Station, and our planet.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

“Do you really think so?” cried Elizabeth, brightening up for a moment.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen