How to Use brightness in a Sentence

brightness

noun
  • This will take measurements of the brightness of the light.
    Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Mar. 2024
  • It’s also got a dimmable touch switch to choose the brightness.
    Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 21 Feb. 2024
  • There is an on/off switch at the top of the shade for easy reach but note that the brightness is not dimmable.
    Elizabeth Berry, Good Housekeeping, 28 Aug. 2023
  • The more lumens in a bulb, the higher the brightness, and vice versa.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 20 June 2023
  • Lemon zest and juice: Fresh lemon juice adds brightness to the dressing.
    Julia Levy, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2023
  • But with a little extra brightness, the moon should be able to shine through any breaks in the clouds.
    oregonlive, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Lumens are one of the best ways to compare bulb brightness.
    Kat De Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2024
  • Light: Hear a tone that changes with the brightness of the environment.
    Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2023
  • The cake gets an extra boost of brightness from orange or lemon zest.
    Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 17 Apr. 2023
  • The days since Friday have been a rare window of brightness amid weeks of bleakness.
    Adam Taylor, Washington Post, 30 Nov. 2023
  • The brightness of the LEDs can also be adjusted using the knob.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 16 July 2023
  • There have also been complaints about the light brightness.
    Kelsey Kunik, Parents, 12 Dec. 2023
  • Pair Philips' light to your phone using Bluetooth or the Hue Bridge app, where your voice controls the brightness.
    Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Three settings of brightness allow it to be tailored to the lighting needs as well.
    Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2023
  • Its battery lasts up to two weeks off a charge, and has a sharp, bright OLED screen that can output up to 1000-nit brightness.
    Andrew Williams, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2023
  • Your pupil naturally widens and narrows based on the brightness of the light around you.
    Troy Bedinghaus, Od, Verywell Health, 17 July 2023
  • Sour cream provides just the right amount of creaminess while fresh lemon juice adds a welcome touch of brightness.
    Tina Martinez, Good Housekeeping, 16 May 2023
  • And for those who love a bit of control, it’s got a light sensor that adjusts brightness based on your room’s vibe.
    Micaela Arnett, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2024
  • Again, this is also a great time to wipe down and dry your lightbulb with a soft cloth for improved brightness.
    Maryal Miller, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2023
  • While the days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer, Sag Season is here to bring brightness to us all.
    Elizabeth Gulino, refinery29.com, 22 Nov. 2023
  • Venus will steal the show with its brightness after Jupiter and Mercury make their grand exit.
    Amudalat Ajasa, Anchorage Daily News, 29 Mar. 2023
  • The slightly more robust lows never threaten the brightness of the track’s brass, strings, and vocals.
    PCMAG, 18 Sep. 2023
  • The flavor peaked at 30 minutes, and after that the brightness faded and the wine became less complex.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 11 May 2023
  • For me, therapy has helped, and so has being open to small ounces of brightness throughout my day.
    Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2023
  • The screen looks great, with brilliant colors and up to 3,000 nits maximum brightness.
    Ben Sin, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024
  • The dill and fennel and ryegrass in the salad greens and the pickled turnips offer a lovely brightness to today’s lunch.
    Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 9 Feb. 2024
  • The arms of the glasses are a bit bulky, too, with speakers, USB-C, a power button and a rocker switch to control brightness.
    Charlie Fink, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023
  • Between the earthiness of the tahini and sweetness of the sweet potato, that brightness is crucial.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 3 Nov. 2023
  • There is no flavor difference, but the bright color adds brightness to a fall menu.
    Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2023
  • The metallic finish of the lamp base adds another layer of brightness.
    Sienna Livermore, House Beautiful, 22 Aug. 2023

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