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as in shining
giving off or reflecting much light
in the desert the sun was so bright that it hurt my eyes the moon is bright tonight
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as in illuminated
filled with much light
the display windows of department stores are especially bright at Christmastime
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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
always walks into work with a bright smile on his face
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as in intelligent
having or showing quickness of mind
a company that is always looking for bright, ambitious college graduates
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as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
predicted a bright future for the young math whiz
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as in favorable
pointing toward a happy outcome
all the signs are bright right now for an economic boom
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as in cheering
serving to lift one's spirits
a bright and beautiful morning to begin planting our garden
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a bright new star on the operatic scene
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as in radiant
having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness)
a room full of summer interns with bright, eager faces
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as in sunny
not stormy or cloudy
we'll have a picnic on the next bright day
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as in brightly
in a manner marked by the shining or reflecting of much light
the storm passed, and once again the sun shone bright
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Recent Examples of bright
Nicholas Rice, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The two brightest nighttime stars available in the Minnesota and Wisconsin sky are Sirius and Arcturus.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 13 Apr. 2025
The colors seem more vivid, the lights are brighter, the energy levels are higher.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 12 Apr. 2025
Being leaders at heart who pave their own path, a Sagittarius may be intrigued by the allure of retro decor's bright colors and funky designs.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
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In the image, the girl group smiled while on a beach at night, as a bright, full moon could be seen in the sky behind them.
—Nicholas Rice, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The two brightest nighttime stars available in the Minnesota and Wisconsin sky are Sirius and Arcturus.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 13 Apr. 2025
The colors seem more vivid, the lights are brighter, the energy levels are higher.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 12 Apr. 2025
Being leaders at heart who pave their own path, a Sagittarius may be intrigued by the allure of retro decor's bright colors and funky designs.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bright
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Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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There were definitely moments that were less shining than others for me.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
5 Apr. 2025
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Plus, their cheerful blooms and tall stems ensure these flowers will be a striking addition to any landscape.—
Renee Freemon Mulvihill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2025
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Madison Small Satchel Add a pop of color to your spring apparel with this cheerful yellow bag.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2025
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Untangling a relationship with SpaceX Some of the most intelligent questions came from US Sen. Andy Kim, D-New Jersey.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
9 Apr. 2025
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As generative AI continues to mature, the convergence of language models with mechanical design and control optimization points toward a future of mass customization and intelligent automation, where commanding a robot may be as simple as describing it.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Apr. 2025
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Farther away from China lies an even more promising strategic opportunity.—
Linggong Kong,
The Conversation,
11 Apr. 2025
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In Atlanta, the Georgia product could start next to Jessie Bates III, giving the Falcons one of the most promising safety duos in the league.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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Two women in the crowd sporting red Trump caps appeared to be outnumbered by audience members who took a more favorable stance toward Casten and the Democrats.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Trump has alternately said his aim is to get countries to reach more favorable trade agreements with the U.S. or to spur more manufacturing in the country.—
Elizabeth Crisp,
The Hill,
11 Apr. 2025
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The thicker frame is reminiscent of an earlier era filled with outstanding fashion.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Bob Kendrick and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum have been outstanding in this regard.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
16 Apr. 2025
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One of the trademarks of healthy skin is a radiant complexion—and the best sunscreens for glowing skin are game-changers for achieving luminosity while protecting your skin from dangerous UV rays.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
9 Apr. 2025
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Pair it with delicate drop earrings and radiant skin.—
Sarah Zendejas,
Vogue,
6 Apr. 2025
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The weather forecast for April 18 calls for highs in the 90s in Texas, a sunny day in New York ... and snow in Hawaii?—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
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Heckerling's 1995 film, a loose adaptation of Jane Austen's witty novel of young love, Emma, centers on Silverstone's sunny, good-hearted, yet at times slightly daft heroine.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Bright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bright. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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