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as in glimmers
a very small amount
the tapping sound ceased, extinguishing the last ray of hope that the trapped miners were still alive
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as in shines
to emit rays of light
klieg lights were raying against the nighttime sky at the Hollywood premiere
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as in radiates
to extend outwards from or as if from a central point
laugh wrinkles rayed out from the corners of the old man's eyes
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Recent Examples of rays
Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2026
The report also highlights another disruptive effect of solar flares, whereby Earth's atmosphere can temporarily expand when heated by incoming X-rays from the sun.
—Ryan French, Space.com, 13 Apr. 2026
It's never had a real replacement, though UHD Blu-rays could be considered that in some senses.
—Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Manager Warren Schaeffer said that although Goodman suffered a laceration to the right middle finger, X-rays were negative.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026
The rays consist of material excavated from the Moon’s deep underground during an asteroid or comet impact.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 9 Apr. 2026
Choose from bucket, visor, wide-brim and cap styles, all with advanced sun protection with a UPF 50 rating, blocking 98% of harmful UV rays.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
The charter boat made a point of not interfere with the rays, Davisson said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
The pattern depicts Andalusia’s bright rays reflected in mosaic style.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
Noun
After Tuesday’s 2-1 loss to the Tigers, Royals manager Matt Quatraro relayed that Collins’ X-rays were negative.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2026
The report also highlights another disruptive effect of solar flares, whereby Earth's atmosphere can temporarily expand when heated by incoming X-rays from the sun.
—Ryan French, Space.com, 13 Apr. 2026
It's never had a real replacement, though UHD Blu-rays could be considered that in some senses.
—Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Manager Warren Schaeffer said that although Goodman suffered a laceration to the right middle finger, X-rays were negative.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026
The rays consist of material excavated from the Moon’s deep underground during an asteroid or comet impact.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 9 Apr. 2026
Choose from bucket, visor, wide-brim and cap styles, all with advanced sun protection with a UPF 50 rating, blocking 98% of harmful UV rays.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
The charter boat made a point of not interfere with the rays, Davisson said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
The pattern depicts Andalusia’s bright rays reflected in mosaic style.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rays
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Within the 10 rooms, wooden beams and centuries-old doors coexist with rainfall showers.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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Wrap string lights around railings or porch beams for a warm glow.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2026
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There are no easy answers in education, but there are glimmers of hope.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2026
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While the storm is looming, there are new glimmers of possibility—friends can become lovers, strangers can become friends on the subway, the supermarket aisles are charged with meaning.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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And that light from across the street that shines right into your bedroom window at night, keeping you from falling asleep?—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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While the interiors are peppered with tasteful art and textiles, its historic bones and outdoor areas are where this property really shines.—
Angela Tafoya,
Vogue,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There’s a queerness to Mantello’s vision, including a blurring of gender associations that begins with its leads and radiates throughout, that ultimately drains the drama of its potency.—
Naveen Kumar,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2026
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In this lively oceanfront Palm Beach retreat, whimsy radiates outward from that bedroom—its murals of cats in costume echo the playful tone throughout the house.—
David Foxley,
Architectural Digest,
10 Apr. 2026
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Don't expect any big splashes, though.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The water-resistant outer material guards your essentials against splashes, while elastic straps and multiple pockets help keep your bottles upright.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Sharon Stone glows in a white pantsuit and sunglasses for the premiere of Magnolia's Normal in Los Angeles on April 15.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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The matte does look quite stylish and helps accentuate the new colors — the old version only glows orange.—
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy,
The Verge,
15 Apr. 2026
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His demise, paired with the disappearance of mobster-type Nicky Caccimelio (Bobby Cannavale), sets the trio on the first phase of their adventures, which inevitably branches into fresh red herrings in customary Only Murders fashion.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage, and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Rays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rays. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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