Example Sentences

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The debate between Hayek and Popper had been enlightening.

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2011

Seeing Mamá acting so coy and proper on the sofa next to Special Agent Gonzales had been enlightening to say the least.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall

The discovery of his old-time enemy, Farrington, had been enlightening.

From Ralph on the Engine The Young Fireman of the Limited Mail by Chapman, Allen

Her mother, therefore, had been enlightening her in regard to her expectations and the career that lay open to her.

From That Fortune by Warner, Charles Dudley

The talk between him and his hostess had been enlightening to both of them.

From The Power and the Glory by Keller, Arthur Ignatius