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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
Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
There is the Lichtdom, or Cathedral of Light—more than a hundred searchlights beaming columns of light into the sky—creating an elevated sense of ceremony and import.
—Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Musk argued that simply placing a solar panel on the ground could gather more energy during the day than collecting, beaming, and converting energy from space to Earth.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
In her last Stories post on Thursday, Henderson shared a joyful selfie of herself and Styles beaming for the camera in their Washington Commanders hats.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Now that Tate has done it, Dawczak is beaming with pride.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Jaafar Jackson does bear an uncanny resemblance to his late uncle, and clearly knows how to replicate his signature moves, his physical fluidity, his beaming smile reserved for fans, animals, and hospital residents.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2026
Currently researchers measure properties of quantum systems by beaming either optical or microwave light at them and then collecting that light to see how its components shift.
—Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 21 Apr. 2026
Curtain call At their final show on Saturday, parents filled the theater at the MACC church in Davidsonville, beaming with pride.
—Caroline Foreback, CBS News, 21 Apr. 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
During the toast, the beaming monarch made numerous jokes, charming guests while keeping them laughing.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
There is the Lichtdom, or Cathedral of Light—more than a hundred searchlights beaming columns of light into the sky—creating an elevated sense of ceremony and import.
—Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Musk argued that simply placing a solar panel on the ground could gather more energy during the day than collecting, beaming, and converting energy from space to Earth.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
In her last Stories post on Thursday, Henderson shared a joyful selfie of herself and Styles beaming for the camera in their Washington Commanders hats.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Now that Tate has done it, Dawczak is beaming with pride.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Jaafar Jackson does bear an uncanny resemblance to his late uncle, and clearly knows how to replicate his signature moves, his physical fluidity, his beaming smile reserved for fans, animals, and hospital residents.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2026
Currently researchers measure properties of quantum systems by beaming either optical or microwave light at them and then collecting that light to see how its components shift.
—Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 21 Apr. 2026
Curtain call At their final show on Saturday, parents filled the theater at the MACC church in Davidsonville, beaming with pride.
—Caroline Foreback, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beaming
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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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At a time of so much partisanship in Congress, especially related to health care, breakthrough legislation is a shining example of how commonsense policies that support patient care and innovation can achieve broad support.—
Josh Makower,
STAT,
16 Mar. 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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Depending on the evening, dinner is served outside under the open sky or inside a softly glowing hoop house.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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What's left behind is a glowing core, known as a white dwarf, which is sending out radiation that causes the gas shells to glow.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Mira leaned back, shimmied under the limbo ribbon, then popped up, grinning, and shot her arms out triumphantly.—
Anna Wiener,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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The successful trainer kept grinning through a congratulatory gauntlet following Friday night's Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs, hoping that colt Emerging Market can double the celebration for him in Saturday's Kentucky Derby.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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The mother-daughter duo both wore white ensembles, with Kourtney adding a pop of silver with her coat and Penelope going for luminous gold loafers.—
Diane J. Cho,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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Their luminous glow, ranging from the classic creamy white to delicate pinks and mysterious blacks, adds a touch of understated luxury to any ensemble.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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His orangey hair nearly matched a color in his brand-new Miami Dolphins jersey, the number thirty-nine spangly and bright.—
Chang-rae Lee,
New Yorker,
3 May 2026
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This popular, low-maintenance plant features stunning burgundy foliage and bright pink spring flowers.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
3 May 2026
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Members of both chambers seemed to enjoy his 20-minute address, listening intently and laughing at the monarch’s jokes and giving him standing ovations.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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Lucy Liu is spotted laughing on the set of Superfakes in Madison Square Park in New York City on April 27.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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Available in dazzling red, yellow, and pink varieties, Garden Jewels™ Gerbera daisies produce up to 100 flowers per plant over a long season.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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Swanson was credited with nine assists, including running in on some slow rollers, getting to balls headed up the middle, making some dazzling spin moves and showing grace under pressure to help the Cubs (21-12) win their 14th of 17 games overall and 10th straight home game.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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“Beaming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beaming. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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