lighting (up)

Definition of lighting (up)next
present participle of light (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighting (up)
glowing
Verb
  • Despite debuting less than a month ago, this matching set has already earned glowing feedback from Amazon shoppers.
    Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
  • The reviews for this easy jambalaya recipe are glowing.
    Patricia S York, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
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“Lighting (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighting%20%28up%29. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.

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