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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
Josh Dinner, Space.com, 23 May 2026
Frame after frame highlighting her boy's beaming smile.
—Juli McDonald, CBS News, 19 May 2026
The Picasso face beaming above a headless classical statue was delightful.
—Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 15 May 2026
Margot Robbie is beaming at the opening night of the show 1536 on May 12 in London's West End.
—People Staff, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Mom had to be beaming after Gorajski’s performance Monday for the Thunderbolts in a 15-0 SouthWest Suburban Conference win over host Stagg in Palos Hiills.
—Tony Baranek, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2026
Hannah Neeleman and her husband, Daniel, look like average beaming newlyweds, young parents fake-posing with margaritas and figuring things out.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
Andre said, her bright smile beaming.
—Daniella Silva, NBC news, 7 May 2026
Miriam turned her beaming face to her window, gap-tooth a narrow darkness in an otherwise white smile.
—‘pemi Aguda, Literary Hub, 6 May 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
Instead, the massive Super Heavy booster plummeted back to Earth and crashed into the Gulf, beaming live views of its fall from space until the screen went black.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 23 May 2026
Frame after frame highlighting her boy's beaming smile.
—Juli McDonald, CBS News, 19 May 2026
The Picasso face beaming above a headless classical statue was delightful.
—Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 15 May 2026
Margot Robbie is beaming at the opening night of the show 1536 on May 12 in London's West End.
—People Staff, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Mom had to be beaming after Gorajski’s performance Monday for the Thunderbolts in a 15-0 SouthWest Suburban Conference win over host Stagg in Palos Hiills.
—Tony Baranek, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2026
Hannah Neeleman and her husband, Daniel, look like average beaming newlyweds, young parents fake-posing with margaritas and figuring things out.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
Andre said, her bright smile beaming.
—Daniella Silva, NBC news, 7 May 2026
Miriam turned her beaming face to her window, gap-tooth a narrow darkness in an otherwise white smile.
—‘pemi Aguda, Literary Hub, 6 May 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
Adjective
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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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For glowing skin, get the plumping thirst relief facial, which involves a nori algae mask and organic marine products only found at Shangri-La Boracay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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From its glowing critical reception to its significant awards recognition, the series resonated with UK audiences in a way that felt truly profound.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
1 June 2026
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Gone are the days of grinning and bearing through tight, uncomfortable jeans for the sake of a cute outfit.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
31 May 2026
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Ball Arena went quiet, and Coghlan turned to look at his teammate, Shea Theodore, who was grinning from ear to ear.—
Jesse Granger,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Adjective
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Also in a luminous rose-gold-esque finish was Vipp’s first product, the humble pedal bin, created in 1939 by Holger Nielsen.—
Stephanie Sporn,
Vogue,
27 May 2026
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On the cleansing front, products are called Take One Cleansing Honey and MilkIt Cleansing Powder; serums with names like Satin Resurfacing and luminous Brightening, while Camera Ready serves as the range’s primer.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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In braids and a bright yellow fishing bib, with her dog Claude at her side and a witty interjection always on the tip of her tongue, Maude climbs onto her trusty little boat and sets a course for the open sea.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Durable enough to handle the elements, this waterproof light features a comfortable elastic strap and a bright, adjustable beam that improves visibility while keeping both hands free for unloading luggage, handling car repairs, or setting up camp in the dark.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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The wardrobe malfunction left Teigen laughing — and left a few beads on the ground, too.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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There’s nothing more infectious than sitting and laughing in a theater with a bunch of people with different age ranges and backgrounds.—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
25 May 2026
Adjective
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The highlight is a dazzling conjunction of Venus and Jupiter low in the west after sunset, joined briefly by Mercury.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The Mountaineers went 11-1 that season and shocked SEC champion Georgia in the Sugar Bowl, doing so with a dazzling offensive display led by lightning bug dual-threat quarterback Pat White.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2026
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“Beaming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beaming. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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