brightening

Example Sentences

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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

Most supernovae follow a fairly smooth pattern, gradually brightening before slowly fading away.

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 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

Asian manufacturers started the year on a strong note, with factory activity ticking up in major exporters like Japan and South Korea, and business sentiment brightening.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

He walked to a nearby dark shadow that was cast from the brightening horizon.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young