gleamed

Example Sentences

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Before me was a lunch as big and hefty as a brick, wrapped in gold-colored foil that gleamed with the promise of a delicious meal.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Skies gleamed pink, green and yellow as the aurora borealis illuminated parts of northern England.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2023

"Is that…" her eyes gleamed, jaw dropping to the floor, as she placed both of her tiny hands over her heart.

From Salon • Aug. 13, 2023

From another archive shelf, a bottle for a different perfume gleamed with allure.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 9, 2023

A crafty look gleamed in Gurgi’s close-set little eyes.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander