silver lining
Example Sentences
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It’s almost possible to concoct a silver lining from this dreadful situation, but only by focusing on short-term electoral politics in the most bloodless and instrumental fashion.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026
Sutton also found comfort in yoga and cycling, and eventually saw the silver lining in being single.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
There is, of course, much that remains uncertain as this war continues, but there is one silver lining: for most households, incomes have been rising faster than prices in recent times.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
Kansas City Federal Reserve President Jeff Schmid has found a silver lining in America’s graying demographics: All of those extra visits to the doctor are good for the economy.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
In a quick motion I hoped no one behind would notice, I snuck them into the space between his side and the coffin’s plush silver lining.
From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green
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