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as in glimmer
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 to shine
to emit rays of light
klieg lights were raying against the nighttime sky at the Hollywood premiere
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as in to radiate
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 ray
Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
Today, guests can enjoy a spot of pampering at the two-story Fairmont Spa, catch some rays at the rooftop pool, and sip cocktails while listening to live jazz at the Alter Ego library bar.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
There’s even a growing market for clunky-but-charming mini cathode-ray-style TVs — and boomboxes with streaming capability.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
With the blue dress inspired by X-rays, Hawley explains the dress was going to be worn during an evening candlelight scene.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Snorkelers can explore Grenada’s Underwater Sculpture Park, a hot spot for reef fish, seahorses, rays, starfish, and other sea life.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
Today, guests can enjoy a spot of pampering at the two-story Fairmont Spa, catch some rays at the rooftop pool, and sip cocktails while listening to live jazz at the Alter Ego library bar.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
There’s even a growing market for clunky-but-charming mini cathode-ray-style TVs — and boomboxes with streaming capability.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
With the blue dress inspired by X-rays, Hawley explains the dress was going to be worn during an evening candlelight scene.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ray
Noun
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There are vaulted ceilings, post-and-beam construction, two kitchens, two living rooms and a ballroom.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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The receiver can self-calibrate, detect weak signals with high accuracy, and operate invisibly, all using beams of light.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Within both design and fashion, the Middle East is one of those buoyant markets providing a glimmer of hope amid a difficult economy worldwide.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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Today’s flight offers a glimmer of hope that a V3 booster catch could be on the horizon.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Abercrombie & Fitch is officially shining a light on the women of the NFL for its latest campaign.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
16 Oct. 2025
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The bankruptcy shines a spotlight on how millions of Americans are hurting from the high cost of living and sluggish job market.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The green leaves radiating from the base of each dandelion.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Oct. 2025
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Meteor viewing times and tips The Orionids get their name because the meteors seem to radiate from a point near the bright star Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion.—
Dean Regas,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
17 Oct. 2025
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On October 14, Kim Kardashian made a controversial splash in the undergarment and shapewear world with the announcement of SKIMS full-bush panties that resemble 17th century merkins and sell for $32 a pop.—
Quispe López,
Them.,
15 Oct. 2025
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Based on the splash off the corner onto Rollins, Reed also chose to side with Bron instead of The Visionary.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Marigolds, cascading drapes, and glowing lanterns form a festive canopy of red and gold, blending traditional Indian motifs with the brand’s signature modern aesthetic.—
Mayu Saini,
Footwear News,
18 Oct. 2025
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Staying hydrated with cucumber water may support glowing skin, strong bones, and healthy blood pressure.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As Crane hints, Brooke’s take on the eighteenth-century sentimental romance would be a controversial selection as Canada’s first.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Oct. 2025
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Dæmons seem to be an outward manifestation of the complex nature of humans that encompasses, male, female and animalistic characteristics that hint towards the breaking of gender binaries and the possibilities of interspecies relations.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Oct. 2025
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The shreds will quickly soften in a few minutes at room temperature.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
10 Oct. 2025
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After all, that warped sitcom spoof has to be one of the most genuinely demented things to ever air, without a shred of warning and in the middle of the night, on cable TV.—
A.A. Dowd,
Vulture,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Ray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ray. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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