shine through

phrasal verb

shone through or shined through; shining through; shines through
: to be seen, expressed, or shown clearly
Once she relaxed, her talent really began to shine through.

Examples of shine through in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Their banter is easy, fun; Hathaway’s talent for physical comedy shines through, and sets up later moments of vulnerability with surprising depth. Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2024 His unfussy approach to food shines through in this easy, no-fry eggplant parm that avoids time-consuming steps such as salting and breading. Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2024 Yet, amidst the darkness, a sense of resilience and a sense of hope shines through, reflecting an indomitable spirit. Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Apr. 2024 But, on the flip side, celebs allowed their silly, goofy moods to shine through in makeup-less selfies, too. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 8 Apr. 2024 As the moon shines through dips in the nearby hillock, its light streams into the central circle and down the length of the avenue. Dan Falk, Discover Magazine, 6 Apr. 2024 De Laurentiis, 53, shared a photo of herself and her daughter wearing headphones and strapped into the aircraft's seats as the sun shined through the windows. Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024 Her classical training shines through her technical abilities, beautiful lines, and intentional stage presence. Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 17 Mar. 2024 Eisenberg’s directorial debut shines through the nuanced performances of its leads, presenting a story that is both specific in its characters and universal in its themes of connection and ambition, proving that the quest for understanding within familial bonds is achievable. Travis Bean, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024

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“Shine through.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shine%20through. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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