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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
Stephen Kearse, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2025
Before the advent of low-Earth-orbit internet-beaming megaconstellations such as SpaceX's Starlink, geostationary satellites were the dominant solution for satellite communications.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 10 Nov. 2025
The next photo showcased the actual moment, with her now 2-year-old daughter beaming at her new sibling.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Jessie Buckley is heading home, and there’s a reason the excitement beaming from her is palpable.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Still, Sherfield was beaming Sunday night in the locker room after Bryant caught his first touchdown on a 24-yard dime from Bo Nix and also continued his standout work as a run-blocker.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
The beaming smile that brought so much comfort to so many was the defining feature of the bust.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
While the creators at the NFL game were filming a wacky sketch in the end zone, Mohan was watching from the sidelines, beaming at the access his platform gave them.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
Baldwin asked Scoop, referring to a green light beaming from his finger.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
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
Over staggering beats sourced from young experimental pop acts like Jane Remover, Quadeca, Underscores, and Holly, Brown narrates his newly clean lifestyle with beaming gratitude.
—Stephen Kearse, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2025
Before the advent of low-Earth-orbit internet-beaming megaconstellations such as SpaceX's Starlink, geostationary satellites were the dominant solution for satellite communications.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 10 Nov. 2025
The next photo showcased the actual moment, with her now 2-year-old daughter beaming at her new sibling.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Jessie Buckley is heading home, and there’s a reason the excitement beaming from her is palpable.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Still, Sherfield was beaming Sunday night in the locker room after Bryant caught his first touchdown on a 24-yard dime from Bo Nix and also continued his standout work as a run-blocker.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
The beaming smile that brought so much comfort to so many was the defining feature of the bust.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
While the creators at the NFL game were filming a wacky sketch in the end zone, Mohan was watching from the sidelines, beaming at the access his platform gave them.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
Baldwin asked Scoop, referring to a green light beaming from his finger.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beaming
Adjective
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The best shining example of something that was influenced by us is the British version of The Office.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
12 Sep. 2025
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Attendees rode in support of and alongside community member Eva Zamora, who is a shining example of how to live your best life with Parkinson’s disease and takes cycle classes at EōS regularly, a news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2025
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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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Charged particles from the sun interact with gases in the Earth’s atmosphere, causing stunning northern lights, or glowing curtains of green, red and purple light that ripple across the sky.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
12 Nov. 2025
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Traverse down glowing light tunnels to synchronized Christmas music.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
12 Nov. 2025
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The girls then got together for a group photo as proud dad Jason snapped his own photos on his phone while grinning in response to his daughters’ joy.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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Minutes before a 10-hour surgical procedure, 8-year-old Olivia Olson sat on a hospital bed grinning.—
David Douglas,
NBC news,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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With its luminous foliage, 'Lemon-Lime' Nandina makes a striking accent in shady plantings.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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The luminous roll call has Henry Cavill leading a cast that already includes Russell Crowe, Marisa Abela, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Jeremy Irons and Djimon Hounsou, as well as Max Zhang and Drew McIntyre.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Bure is keeping her faith — and her Christmas crown — shining bright.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Researchers have discovered the brightest and most powerful flare ever seen from a supermassive black hole.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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After the announcement, Musk celebrated the vote on a stage at the shareholder meeting, dancing and laughing alongside a pair of robots.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
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The longtime fitness buff showed up to their home in Colorado looking overweight, rarely smiling or laughing, and was withdrawn.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Just as Victor appeared to break open, Jackson leaped into the air, stretched his right arm skyward and pulled down a dazzling one-handed catch at the 3-yard line.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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No longer limited to skulking around on a bar cart, metallic finishes like aluminum and brass are in the midst of a dazzling comeback.—
Kathryn O’Shea-Evans,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Beaming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beaming. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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