bright spot

American  

[brahyt spot] / ˈbraɪt ˌspɒt /

noun

1. something that is positive or pleasant when most other things are not.

   As rough as this year has been, he notes that one bright spot has been the stock's dividend.

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Etymology

Origin of bright spot

First recorded in 1765–70

Example Sentences

Japan was a global bright spot in 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Generally, Starbucks’ ability to generate excitement through innovating on drinks, whether it’s catering to trends or their limited-time offerings and really market that to core consumers, has been their bright spot,” Felhandler said.

From Slate

A bright spot was memory-chip maker Micron Technology, whose shares gained in after-hours trading after it hiked its growth forecasts.

From The Wall Street Journal

One bright spot: Average gas prices are below $3 a gallon, the lowest since 2021.

From MarketWatch

Collectibles were the sole bright spot in GameStop’s GME -2.88%decrease; red down pointing triangle latest quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal