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to shine
01
to emit or reflect light or brightness
Intransitive
Examples
His shoes were so well-polished that they seemed to shine.
A clear night sky allows the stars to shine brightly.
02
(of the sun) to produce and direct light
Intransitive
Examples
The morning sun shone through the window, illuminating the room with a golden glow.
The sun shone brightly in the clear blue sky, warming the earth below.
03
to reflect light, creating a glowing or bright appearance
Intransitive
Examples
The polished silverware shone in the candlelight, adding a touch of elegance to the dinner table.
The dewdrops on the leaves shone like tiny diamonds in the morning sunlight.
04
to show exceptional talent or perform exceptionally well in a particular activity or endeavor
Intransitive
Examples
Despite his lack of experience, the rookie athlete quickly began to shine on the basketball court.
The singer 's powerful voice and stage presence allowed her to shine in the spotlight of the music industry.
05
to have a radiant or glowing quality, often associated with health, vitality, or attractiveness
Intransitive
Examples
After a restful vacation, her skin seemed to shine with a healthy glow.
His eyes shone with excitement as he shared his latest achievement with his friends.
06
to become immediately apparent or noticeable
Intransitive
Examples
Once she started speaking, her intelligence and wit truly began to shine.
Despite her initial nervousness, her confidence and expertise quickly began to shine during the presentation.
07
to make something bright and glossy by polishing it
Transitive: to shine sth
Examples
She shone her shoes until they gleamed, ready for the formal event.
He spent hours shining his car, meticulously buffing every surface to a mirror-like finish.
08
to direct a light source, such as a torch, to illuminate an area
Transitive: to shine a light source somewhere
Examples
She shone her flashlight into the dark basement, searching for the source of the strange noise.
He shone the lantern along the path to light their way through the dense forest.
Shine
01
the quality of emitting brightness and radiance
Examples
The shine of the sun on the water created a dazzling effect.
The diamond 's shine caught everyone's attention.
02
the act of polishing something to make it glossy and reflective
Examples
He gave his shoes a quick shine before the interview.
The car received a thorough shine at the detailing shop.
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