Example Sentences

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The largest, brightest Moon of the year has been shining in all its glory in the areas lucky enough to have a clear sky.

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025

The funding is the latest example of how the frenzy around artificial intelligence has been shining a spotlight on San Francisco, the home of major tech companies such as Salesforce and ChatGPT maker OpenAI.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2025

Between the release of his poignant, award-winning short film “enough.” and this gleaming new project, rapper/singer/songwriter Nathan Nzanga has been shining bright this year.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 6, 2021

It was after Lewis, a retired English teacher, looked with naked wonder and admiration at Browne, whose star has been shining since her poem “Black Girl Magic” went viral.

From Salon • Aug. 30, 2018

“The sun has been shining too hot on your head, Daughter!”

From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins