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to light up
[phrase form: light]
01
to make something bright by means of color or light
1.1
to become bright by means of color or light
Example
The night sky lit up with New Year’s fireworks.
The stage lit up as the spotlight shone on the lead actor, ready for her big entrance.
The night sky lit up with a dazzling display of stars and the ethereal glow of the moon.
The city skyline lit up as the sun descended below the horizon, painting the sky with a mesmerizing blend of colors.
02
to begin burning, producing visible flames and releasing heat
2.1
to cause something to start burning brightly
Example
The match lights up the paper quickly.
They lit up the fire with a match.
The campers were lighting up their lanterns so they could see in the dark.
I am lighting up the grill so we can start cooking.
03
to start smoking a cigarette
04
to show happiness or excitement through a noticeable change in one's facial expression or demeanor
4.1
to bring liveliness, joy, or happiness to someone's expression
Example
The heartfelt compliment from her friend lit up her eyes with gratitude.
The surprise announcement of a promotion lit up his face with pure joy.
As the children entered the room, the sight of the beautifully decorated Christmas tree lit up their faces.
Example
The artist's bold use of color lit up the canvas, creating a vibrant and expressive work of art.
The sunrise painted the sky with hues of orange, pink, and purple, lighting up the world with a new day's promise.
The Christmas tree lights twinkled brightly, lighting up the living room with a warm, festive glow.
The flashy fireworks display lit up the night sky in a burst of colors.
The marvelous display of fireworks lit up the night sky with bursts of color.
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