light (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for light (up)
glow
Verb
  • Shaped like glowing maple leaves, the six-piece set brings all the cozy fall vibes while brightening up driveways, walkways, and garden paths.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The Emerald Cave glows bright green when sunlight hits the water just right.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
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“Light (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/light%20%28up%29. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.

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