shines

Example Sentences

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It may sound like a gimmick but the supermarket chain's venture into the world of hospitality shines a light on something more complex.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

It’s bathed in sunlight that only occasionally shines on an ephemeral memory, revealing that the recollection is laced with as much honest love as regret.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

The e-assistance really shines on sand, where you normally feel your energy sapped away.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Light from an old marquee shines on the sidewalk, trumpeting the evening’s main event in all caps: “‘Miles Davis: A Century of Cool,’ opening Saturday.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Mama’s been home for a few hours, but no light shines under her door.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston