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was glowing
  • past progressive of glow.

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Magpies boss Martin Paterson was glowing in his praise of Jones' display - but he also highlighted the work of others within the team for helping the wide man sparkle.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

By the end, my skin was glowing, and the treatment felt like the perfect reset after indulging in everything Las Vegas has to offer.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

But she was glowing and was so happy to play crazy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2025

Who knows, but reaction after an intimate Los Angeles screening last month that included Tyler Perry, Dave Chappelle, Rihanna, Kenya Barris and A$AP Rocky was glowing.

From Washington Post • Nov. 3, 2022

She wore a real big grin and was glowing from head to toe, as if she’d just gotten her pilot’s license.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas