light up
Example Sentences
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But when Jeff fibs and says that Helen’s going to be in a new Paul Newman film, eyes light up.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
"Sam was one of those people you never forget. The kind of person who could light up a room without even trying."
From BBC • May 16, 2026
That was the point those volunteers made last October: Clean up the bridge and light up the bridge — as they did for three days — and fans will walk there.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026
The list of players of Surinamese heritage to light up European soccer is familiar to anyone who has watched the great Dutch sides of the past 40 years.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
Nico opens the workstation on his computer, and all the boxes light up the screen.
From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan
