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as in to shine
to emit rays of light
a lighthouse has beamed from this site since the 1790s
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Recent Examples of beam
Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2025
The team kept the original wooden floors, exposed terracotta brickwork, and ceiling beams alongside brass, iron, and stone details.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 23 May 2025
The size of these antennas—and the even larger 2,400-square-foot version that will succeed them—are key to CEO and founder Abel Avellan’s plan to win a new market: satellite internet beamed directly to your phone.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
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Noun
In the main dining room, a beam stretches across the ceiling featuring artwork from other artists like Osiris Rain, Dammit Wesley, Mike Wirth, Swych and Sharon Dowell.
—Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2025
The team kept the original wooden floors, exposed terracotta brickwork, and ceiling beams alongside brass, iron, and stone details.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Verb
Patel couldn't be happier with the ring, as she could be seen beaming while showing it off to the camera in the photos.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 23 May 2025
The size of these antennas—and the even larger 2,400-square-foot version that will succeed them—are key to CEO and founder Abel Avellan’s plan to win a new market: satellite internet beamed directly to your phone.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beam
Noun
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Most importantly, the polyester tent has a UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) rating of 50+ to keep you and your skin safe from the sun’s powerful rays.—
Carly Totten,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2025
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Zinc oxide can effectively block the entire spectrum of UVA and UVB rays, offering broad-spectrum protection needed to help prevent sun damage.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
5 June 2025
Verb
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Then, on June 11, the full moon in your light shines a light on your inner world and personal foundation, urging you to prioritize yourself before devoting all your focus to a relationship.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Philadelphia's front line on defense shined bright against Patrick Mahomes in the Super Bowl, and showed teams across the league just how much of a difference-maker a relentless pass rush can be.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, one of the top passers in NFL history, grinned broadly when asked about playing flag football in the Olympics.—
Gary Klein,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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One of our last photos of him was taken inside that diner, grinning at us over an orange coffee cup.—
Gwen Rockwood,
Arkansas Online,
15 May 2025
Verb
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How to Use: Start with a fresh canvas—exfoliate the day before to sweep away dead skin and prep for a smooth, even glow.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
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Saturn will glow in the sky to the right, and the sparkly Pleiades star cluster will be visible just to the pair’s left.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
2 June 2025
Verb
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The guy smiled at that, probably not understanding a goddam word.—
Mike O’Brien,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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Left, the family smile on a trip to Disney not long after Elsie's diagnosis, and right, the girl now, aged 6.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Carney almost laughed at the notion that young audiences, especially internationally, particularly care about the market size of the NBA Finalists.—
Howard Homonoff,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Carrington laughed with teammate Marina Mabrey after the incident.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
5 June 2025
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“Beam.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beam. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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