brighten

Example Sentences

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If fresh ice was exposed, why did the comet not brighten right away?

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

Finally, consider setting up what I think of as a zhush station — a small collection of ingredients that allow guests to brighten and customize what’s on their plate.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

Candyland was designed in 1948 to brighten spirits of children in hospital wards.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

In the living room, Brettler added electric shades to help cool the interiors, and in the kitchen, LED lighting above and below the cabinets to brighten the home’s inefficient fluorescent lighting.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2025

This idea tickled Jo’s fancy and put her in good spirits, but Meg didn’t brighten, for her burden, consisting of four spoiled children, seemed heavier than ever.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott