shine
verb (used without object)
to give forth or glow with light; shed or cast light.
shines
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present tense formof shine (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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In addition, to highlight the unprecedented anxiety many California voters are feeling, the poll also shines a light on frustrations voters have with the state’s ballot propositions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026
It is the tallest occupied office building in the city and regularly shines with decorative lighting for special occasions such as the Fourth of July, King Charles III’s birthday, and the New York Knicks championship.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
A laser shines onto the crystal, interacting with the thorium nuclei inside.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 11, 2026
Martin said he appreciated the meeting going ahead, telling the prime minister: "I think your sense of duty shines through."
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
Like watching the sky for snow on Christmas even though the sun shines hot all year round.
From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na
