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shine

Definition for shine

noun as in brightness; polish

verb as in give off or reflect light

verb as in polish, burnish

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Among the biggest losers are some former AI darlings that have lost their shine.

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If there is a bubble, and it bursts, the shine could come off jewelry quickly.

Among a recent history of broken English hopes, dreams and bodies is a source of inspiration delivered by a shining knight.

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A light powered by a makeshift electrical connection shone at the doorway of the rusted shack where Bryan lives with his wife and nine-year-old son.

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Hennessy, who has won all six of her pro bouts and is known for her showmanship and dancing during ring walks, said she would "shine under the lights".

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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