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as in shining
giving off or reflecting much light
in the desert the sun was so bright that it hurt my eyes the moon is bright tonight
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as in illuminated
filled with much light
the display windows of department stores are especially bright at Christmastime
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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
always walks into work with a bright smile on his face
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as in intelligent
having or showing quickness of mind
a company that is always looking for bright, ambitious college graduates
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as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
predicted a bright future for the young math whiz
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as in favorable
pointing toward a happy outcome
all the signs are bright right now for an economic boom
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as in cheering
serving to lift one's spirits
a bright and beautiful morning to begin planting our garden
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a bright new star on the operatic scene
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as in radiant
having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness)
a room full of summer interns with bright, eager faces
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as in sunny
not stormy or cloudy
we'll have a picnic on the next bright day
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as in brightly
in a manner marked by the shining or reflecting of much light
the storm passed, and once again the sun shone bright
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Recent Examples of bright
Christian Allaire, Vogue, 8 July 2025
Known for its bright colors and vivid patterns, the store specializes in women’s clothes fit for a resort or a vacation to a tropical island.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
The lambs are even-sized, growing fast, with luminous silky fleeces that crown their bright faces and ripple in the wind.
—Helen Whybrow
july 7, Literary Hub, 7 July 2025
This bright yellow dress is the perfect match for Kate’s Wimbledon 2022 women’s singles trophy ceremony look, complete with the bow on the shoulder.
—Brendan Le, People.com, 7 July 2025
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Today, however, Kendall was spotted doing a little shopping at the Chloé store with some friends, and her choice of a bright red minidress brought back one of the biggest trends of summer 2023: Tomato girl summer.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 8 July 2025
Known for its bright colors and vivid patterns, the store specializes in women’s clothes fit for a resort or a vacation to a tropical island.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
The lambs are even-sized, growing fast, with luminous silky fleeces that crown their bright faces and ripple in the wind.
—Helen Whybrow
july 7, Literary Hub, 7 July 2025
This bright yellow dress is the perfect match for Kate’s Wimbledon 2022 women’s singles trophy ceremony look, complete with the bow on the shoulder.
—Brendan Le, People.com, 7 July 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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Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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More Getty Images Just hours earlier, Korda had posted a cheerful story showing four oversized suitcases and her golf travel bag lined up at the airport.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Despite his serious voice, Gamboa highlighted González’s cheerful character.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 July 2025
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This demographic is intelligent, tech-savvy and often more financially empowered than younger consumers.—
Lara Devgan,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Maresca would be sensible to look at the way Brighton utilise their wingers with intelligent out-to-in runs from the touchline, exploiting spaces in behind when the likes of Joao Pedro pull opposition defensive lines out of shape.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
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Stark noted that ascension has made Suarez one of the most promising pending free agents in the sport.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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His firing came on the same day two of the team’s most promising young stars, outfielder James Wood and pitcher Mackenzie Gore, made the National League All-Star team for the first time.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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In 2019, 52% of Mainers had a favorable impression of Collins, according to Morning Consult polling.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
9 July 2025
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This is driven by the ongoing market share gains from its FreeStyle Libre platform and the favorable effects of recent product launches, including Lingo, TriClip, and i-STAT.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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But Republicans on the Senate Banking Committee left a hearing Wednesday with outstanding questions that could take lawmakers months to answer — if not longer.—
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semafor.com,
10 July 2025
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Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe left frustrated Vinicius Jr had been looking to shine again in the U.S., yet the Brazilian departed with just one goal and one assist to his name from six games, with both his contributions coming in his outstanding performance against Salzburg.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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Just a few drops pressed into skin after your cleansing routine (or mixed into your moisturizer) leaves your face soft, radiant, and dewy.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
8 July 2025
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Their radiant point lies near the constellation Aquarius in the southern sky.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Chandan Khanna | Afp | Getty Images The Sunshine State isn’t always sunny, of course, especially during hurricane season.—
Scott Cohn,
CNBC,
11 July 2025
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There were two more medical incidents in the crowd, but the Spaniard kept up the sunny disposition when play restarted to take the opener with a 100 per cent success rates on first serve points.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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“Bright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bright. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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