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as in to shine
to emit rays of light
a lighthouse has beamed from this site since the 1790s
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Recent Examples of beam
Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Indeed, two years ago, Helen Hu decided to walk away from the beam for good.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 18 Apr. 2025
Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2025
But economic realities and the physical limits of beaming internet connectivity from space could puncture the good vibes.
—Jeremy Bogaisky, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The Tigers knocked out the No. 3 Gators on Thursday after a spectacular performance on beam.
—Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Indeed, two years ago, Helen Hu decided to walk away from the beam for good.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
Above you in the family room, beamed, vaulted ceilings soar over picture windows — an inspiring room that invites you to melt into a couch with a good book.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2025
But economic realities and the physical limits of beaming internet connectivity from space could puncture the good vibes.
—Jeremy Bogaisky, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beam
Noun
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Make sure your glasses provide 100% UV protection to shield your eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays and are made from durable, shatterproof material.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The intraocular lenses are made of silicone, acrylic, or other plastics and are coated in material to protect the eyes from the sun's ultraviolet rays.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Both projects shine a spotlight on abuses of minors in the hugely popular family-vlogging space.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2025
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Then, on May 12, a full moon in Scorpio shines a spotlight on your stability-seeking second house of comfort, finances and value, bringing a potential culmination or breakthrough in your financial situation and sense of security.—
Staff Author,
People.com,
1 May 2025
Verb
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On Friday, the White House's social media accounts posted a photo of Vaughn posing with a grinning President Trump behind the Resolute desk.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Avery sinks a couple of shots, grinning a crooked smile.—
Laura A. Bischoff,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The glowing pink nebula and snakelike dark clouds are the remnant of the birth site of the stars in the cluster.—
Alan Taylor,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2025
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With its lightweight texture, glowing finish, and ability to safeguard against sun damage and hyperpigmentation, this has all the makings of a universally appealing sunscreen—and has quickly become a staple in my skin-care rotation.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In March, Affleck and Garner were seen smiling the whole time during a paintball party for their son.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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As the two teens reluctantly posed next to each other, Carey smiled widely for the camera and held up her hot pink basket.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The work of one of her go-to designers, Catherine Walker, this was a look that laughed in the face of minimalism.—
Olivia Allen,
Vogue,
30 Apr. 2025
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One viewer might realize the irony and laugh at a satirical edit; another might fall down the rabbit hole for good.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Beam.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beam. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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