shine through

phrasal verb

shone through or shined through; shining through; shines through

: to be seen, expressed, or shown clearly

Once she relaxed, her talent really began to shine through.

Examples of shine through in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

His ability to play with genre in the most unexpected way shines through in this gripping story which expertly subverts your expectations in the most thrilling and surprising way. —Alex Ritman, Variety, 29 Jan. 2026

That aging also mellows some of its harsher notes, making way for flavors like honeyed raisin and leather to shine through. —Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026

Photographers flock to the area during this time, hoping to capture the natural glory of the sun shining through the archway. —Alanna Bennett, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2026

Though Williams’ comedic instincts have shone through in projects from Booksmart to the Fantastic Beasts franchise, she’s spent the better part of her career pushing to showcase more serious acting chops. —Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026

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