illuminated

Example Sentences

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On April 12, the Moon was only about 25 percent illuminated.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

At the top of the set's illuminated stairs she would forget her steps.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

In the weeks leading to Thursday, Colbert auctioned off a raft of props and costumes featured on the show, as well as pieces of set including a giant illuminated sign.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The fairgrounds were illuminated using incandescent electric lighting at a scale that showed how entire urban districts could be electrified.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

“Ah, just the young man I wanted to see,” he said, his face illuminated by candlelight.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm