shone
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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Her pure, warm soprano shone especially in the lament “Lungi da te, mio bene” with its mournful horn accompaniment, as Sifare realizes the hopelessness of his and Aspasia’s love.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
He also lauded Irish golfer Shane Lowry, who has shone at the Open so far, and Rory McIlroy, the Northern Irish defending champion who has previously played golf with the American leader.
From Barron's ● Sep. 13, 2026
With Martinelli and Trossard both gone, there will be more opportunity for Eberechi Eze to play from the left wing, a position he shone in at former club Crystal Palace.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
But Parton’s golden charisma shone ever brighter over the 218 episodes she appeared in until her departure in 1974.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
The light shone briefly, changing from blue to green, then disappeared.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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