shine
verb (used without object)
to give forth or glow with light; shed or cast light.
is shining
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present progressiveof shine (3rd person singular).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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Turns out, the city of stars is shining just for him; it just took a decade for his hand to find the spotlight.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
You’re free to leave the garden through a well-hidden gate, but the flowers are nice and the sun is shining, so why would you?
From Barron's ● Mar. 19, 2026
Clare looks at how the case is shining a light on the risks of having an elderly parent living solo and prompting difficult conversations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 14, 2026
“At the end of the day, the resilience in the market is shining through.”
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 2, 2026
“Tonight I might be plum wore out, but today the sun is shining, we got company, and life is good!” her mother continued cheerfully.
From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper
