brighten
verb (used with or without object)
to become or make bright or brighter.
are brightening
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present progressiveof brighten.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Despite the uneven distribution of economic gains across sectors, receding risks of an energy-driven inflation crisis are brightening the outlook for South Korea, which is benefiting from unabated demand for AI-related products.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
China's recent economic and market signals, at least, are brightening a little.
From Reuters ● Oct. 29, 2023
The bill’s Senate prospects are brightening but remain murky.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 26, 2015
One thing is for sure: Prospects are brightening for the capital's influence-peddling elite.
From BusinessWeek ● May 13, 2010
Don't be discouraged!—things are brightening with you now.
From Captain Fracasse by Théophile Gautier
