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as in to glow
to emit rays of light
the sun appears to shine particularly brightly in summer because that is when it's closest to the Earth
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2
as in to polish
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure
the salesman shined his shoes every morning before leaving the house
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as in gleam
brightness created by light reflected from a surface
the troop inspector insisted on nothing less than a dazzling shine from every pair of shoes in the line of review
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as in glow
the steady giving off of the form of radiation that makes vision possible
by the shine of the full moon we could see the rabbit helping himself to our garden vegetables
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as in like
positive regard for something
took quite a shine to the new neighbors
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as in trick
usually shines plural
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke
the shines they pulled at summer camp have become embellished with each retelling
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Recent Examples of shine
Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 15 Aug. 2025
Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 Aug. 2025
Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2025
Beyond adding a professional gloss-level shine, the hydrating ingredients and special color-locking polymers help extend the vibrancy of my dye job.
—Mary Honkus, Glamour, 30 July 2025
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Verb
Guests return for the sprawling bedrooms, marble soaking tubs, and exceptional old-school service (shoe shining, unpacking and proper concierge know-how).
—Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 15 Aug. 2025
Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
Her nails, however, were void of color and shine; they were painted in a nude shade and kept extremely short.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2025
Beyond adding a professional gloss-level shine, the hydrating ingredients and special color-locking polymers help extend the vibrancy of my dye job.
—Mary Honkus, Glamour, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shine
Verb
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Flaky croissants warm in glowing bakeries, accordion notes drift through the air, and lovers linger by the Seine.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts will glow orange, as well.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 Aug. 2025
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Vinegar is one of the most versatile products in the pantry with uses that range from adding pep to coleslaw and barbecue sauce to protecting houseplants and polishing silver.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
15 Aug. 2025
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Between the Trump Administration declaring private accounts a red flag for foreign students and prospective employers using AI to find fake applicants, the old rules of polishing and making your accounts private are becoming obsolete.—
Erin Spencer Sairam,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Summer in Chicago is magic: the buzz of neighborhood festivals, the gleam of sunlight on Lake Michigan and the tantalizing scents of myriad cuisines emanating from our tremendous restaurants.—
Glenn Eden,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2025
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The subtle gleam of the sandals gave her neutral-toned look a hint of edge, without overpowering the minimalist color scheme.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
5 June 2025
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When the lights got brighter at MetLife Stadium, Dart once again showed why the Giants traded back into the first round of this year's draft to select Dart.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
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Lucid in its clean, limpid minimalism, Mitchell’s prose was like a beautiful, clear river, its bottom not muddy but sparkling—sparkling with what might simply be gravel catching the light or, perhaps, diamonds worth diving for.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
17 Aug. 2025
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Then there's the likes of Oakland quarterback Kam Morton, a freshman who could play a key role for the defending 6A state champs.—
Jacob Shames,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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The Pitt’s landslide win could be a sign of what’s to come for next month’s Emmys, where The Pitt is pitted against the likes of Severance and Andor for several major awards, including best drama series.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Covino deploys some of his favorite tricks, like observing domestic chaos or bliss from the outside looking in (or reverse), and characters performing unexpected songs in order to win over a lover.—
Katie Walsh,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Aug. 2025
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After giving it a go myself, comparing notes with our Test Kitchen, and reviewing Pelosi’s tips and tricks on his website, here are a few pointers that might come in handy along the way: Use your noodle.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Aug. 2025
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Recently, at the East Hampton Library’s Authors’ Night, attendees could find Christie Brinkley beaming from ear to ear and signing copies of her memoir, Uptown Girl.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Once Elio is beamed up to space, the aliens mistake him for the leader of Earth.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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To apply, the brand recommends rubbing a small amount in an upward motion on the neck to best combat sagging.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Just be sure not to rub it in too much—doing so can dull the scent’s staying power.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Shine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shine. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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