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as in to shine
to emit rays of light
a lighthouse has beamed from this site since the 1790s
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Recent Examples of beam
Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 31 Oct. 2024
The laser emits a beam of light absorbed by the hair pigment (melanin).
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2024
Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
His Larson is all limbs, all neurosis, beaming with aggressive affection at the sight of urban beauty and crumpling into self-pitying shame when his ruthless career focus is called out.
—Rory Doherty, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2024
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Noun
To navigate, echolocating bats use a local and directed beam of sound.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 31 Oct. 2024
The laser emits a beam of light absorbed by the hair pigment (melanin).
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2024
Verb
Ballots filled out in space are then beamed to Earth the same way most data is transmitted from the space station to mission control.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
His Larson is all limbs, all neurosis, beaming with aggressive affection at the sight of urban beauty and crumpling into self-pitying shame when his ruthless career focus is called out.
—Rory Doherty, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beam
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The lightweight tint provides your skin with sheer coverage that will help even out your skin tone while providing you with protection against harmful UV rays.Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 19 Nov. 2024
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The balms contain skin conditioners and antioxidants, helping protect lips from harmful UV rays.Nora Colomer, Fox News, 1 Nov. 2024
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Queen Camilla is shining one of Queen Elizabeth's tiaras, a brand new addition to her royal rotation.Janine Henni, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Here's a hint: The traffic tightens near this spot Where our former First Lady shines.Justin Kaufmann, Axios, 19 Nov. 2024
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The crowd erupted into thunderous applause that lasted several seconds, and Rudolph grinned ear to ear, drawing a deep breath to compose herself.Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 2 Nov. 2024
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Gareth then grins and begins laughing, as guests also catch the unique entrance on their phones.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Users can see a developing fire on the map, represented by a glowing yellow dot well before its perimeter is reported to the NIFC.Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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One key incumbent appeared to be heading off a possible upset: That was Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard, who seemed likely to continue his astounding run as the only Republican to hold countywide office, even as Oakland County seemingly glows a brighter blue with each election.Bill Laytner, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
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In fine jewelry, Cartier's Love series rings, Tiffany's T series smile necklaces, and Bvlgari's Serpenti Forever series bangles were the category's bestsellers.Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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The two pairs of BFFs sit around a booth, finishing each other’s stories and smiling a lot.Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2024
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Allison lies on the floor laughing in shame, but luckily Noel comes to give her a snuggle and some encouragement.Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2024
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The morning the race was called, Hunter texted a few friends to make plans to get together and commiserate, cry, laugh.Allie Volpe, Vox, 11 Nov. 2024
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“Beam.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beam. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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