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as in shining
giving off or reflecting much light
the orchestra began its season of outdoor concerts under a beaming moon
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as in smiling
having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness)
Mom's beaming face shone with love as we all gathered for a family photo
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as in glowing
to emit rays of light
a lighthouse has beamed from this site since the 1790s
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as in grinning
to express an emotion (as amusement) by curving the lips upward
my father beamed when I showed him my new car
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Recent Examples of beaming
Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2019
Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2026
The joy and pride of any eighth grade teacher is to see their kids beaming at the news of getting into their top-choice school.
—Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
This makes the foreground stars stand out even more, with beaming diffraction spikes emanating outward.
—Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 15 June 2026
France is still beaming with joy after witnessing Paris Saint-Germain win its second consecutive Champions League title.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 13 June 2026
Woke up beaming this morning — what a historic, historic time to be alive in New York.
—Nora Deligter, Curbed, 12 June 2026
In photos obtained by Page Six, Spelling and McDermott were seen sitting together and cheering before posing with a beaming Stella, who held up her diploma while dressed in a blue cap and gown.
—Robyn Merrett, InStyle, 12 June 2026
Above, the beaming bride is pictured headed into the church, while being ushered in by her sister Pippa Middleton, who served as the bridesmaid.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
After Kevin Martin made a buzzer-beating layup to beat the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of an opening-round series, Adelman was beaming during his postgame news conference.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Adjective
In the shots, Kelce is seen on one knee beneath a floral arch, while a beaming Swift holds his face and shows off her huge diamond ring.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
In photos, he is often captured with a beaming smile — at the base of a mountain topped by cascading waterfalls, bowling at the Royal Crest Lanes in Lawrence.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2026
The joy and pride of any eighth grade teacher is to see their kids beaming at the news of getting into their top-choice school.
—Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
This makes the foreground stars stand out even more, with beaming diffraction spikes emanating outward.
—Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 15 June 2026
France is still beaming with joy after witnessing Paris Saint-Germain win its second consecutive Champions League title.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 13 June 2026
Woke up beaming this morning — what a historic, historic time to be alive in New York.
—Nora Deligter, Curbed, 12 June 2026
In photos obtained by Page Six, Spelling and McDermott were seen sitting together and cheering before posing with a beaming Stella, who held up her diploma while dressed in a blue cap and gown.
—Robyn Merrett, InStyle, 12 June 2026
Above, the beaming bride is pictured headed into the church, while being ushered in by her sister Pippa Middleton, who served as the bridesmaid.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
After Kevin Martin made a buzzer-beating layup to beat the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of an opening-round series, Adelman was beaming during his postgame news conference.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beaming
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Whatever political direction Democrats plan to take their party in two years at their National Convention to elect a presidential nominee, Denver offers a shining example of what a city looks like when governance goes right for many decades, led by heart and hard work.—
The Denver Post Editorial Board,
Denver Post,
5 May 2026
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So naturally in a state that treats basketball like a religion and the sport’s biggest stars like royalty, nobody casts a bigger shadow in this community now than the slender 6-foot-6, 196-pound, 19-year-old freshman who changed Final Four weekend with one brilliant shining moment Sunday afternoon.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Women in black hijabs and abayas, many wearing badges depicting Zahra’s smiling face, lined the streets as men prayed over her casket, placed outside the Husseiniya, a Shiite hall.—
Rania Abouzeid,
New Yorker,
21 May 2026
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As Thomas’ parents, Katina Smith and Bobby Thomas, unveiled their son’s smiling statue in the Broncos’ Ring of Fame Plaza last Sunday, as scores of his former teammates looked on in sadness and joy, Miller was 800 miles away in Dallas, gearing up for a game against the Cowboys.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
24 Oct. 2025
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The pants have close to 6,000 five-star ratings and plenty of glowing reviews to boot.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
22 June 2026
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Humans of all ages, in fact, stare dazed into glowing screens.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
19 June 2026
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The first slide was a solo shot of Louetta in front of a bundle of pink balloons, grinning from ear-to-ear.—
Laura Millar,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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In another image, the high school graduate could be seen grinning and throwing up peace signs at the camera, looking just like his mom’s twin.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
7 June 2026
Adjective
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The cat-eye effect brings a rippling, water-like effect to the shade, made for you water signs who always feel most at home in something a little fluid, a little luminous, and just a bit magical.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
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Having introduced that fiercely luminous piece in 2023, Dudamel brought it back in March, placing it on the second half of a concert that began with Beethoven’s Seventh.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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Tree was recognizable for his bright fashion, mullet haircut with prominent bangs, thin mustache and encouraging outlook.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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For starters, bright colors inject visibility – not merely for players looking to find each other amid the chaos of a World Cup match, but also for brands looking to draw the gazes of millions of onlooking fans towards their logo.—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
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The photo of Kyle and Amanda leaving the reunion and laughing went viral, which also set off some conspiracies among the very normal fandom of these shows.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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Earlier in the series, Wembanyama drew criticism for a dangerously hard foul on Brunson and was later caught on camera laughing in Mitchell Robinson's direction during a heated moment.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Vinícius Junior scored a dazzling one in Brazil’s opener.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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There was a dazzling array of sneakers in every hue under the sun, including at least one pair adorned with gold sequins.—
Mary Carole McCauley,
Baltimore Sun,
20 June 2026
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“Beaming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beaming. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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