brighten

Example Sentences

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Cranberry sauce really brightens up a Sides-giving spread, and the sweet-tart flavor profile is completely different than any of our other side options.

From Salon

“The basis of both is you’re really just trying to understand another person and, ultimately, brighten up their day.”

From Los Angeles Times

However the picture in the service sector brightened, with morale improving once again.

From Barron's

While he said that the two sides remained far apart on the issues, his expectations about the potential outcome had brightened considerably and his office fired off a news release declaring “Negotiations are happening.”

From New York Times

Open shades to allow in as much natural light as possible, and add some lamps here and there to brighten up areas where needed.

From Seattle Times