as in bright
having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness)
all aglow as she was awarded first place in the spelling bee
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Recent Examples of aglow
Historically, this has been done using real candles, but these days, there are many more ways to set them aglow that don't involve an open flame.
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Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
Venture into the Ghostly Glow Lab, where everything is aglow with eerie, luminescent effects.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2024
Last night, the steps of the New York Public Library at Bryant Park were aglow.
—Vogue, 27 Sep. 2024
Waterproof and solar-powered, they are built for outdoor living and will stay aglow all season long.
—Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2024
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Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
Venture into the Ghostly Glow Lab, where everything is aglow with eerie, luminescent effects.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2024
Last night, the steps of the New York Public Library at Bryant Park were aglow.
—Vogue, 27 Sep. 2024
Waterproof and solar-powered, they are built for outdoor living and will stay aglow all season long.
—Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for aglow
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aglow
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The sky at the top of their driveway grew a brighter and brighter shade of red.Matt Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
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That advanced air-suspension system shines brightest while cornering, as the Gravity begins to lean over just a bit, pushing weight onto the outside tires until the rear end squares up and plants, then the vehicle shoves off into seeming warp speed yet again.Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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Visitors throughout the state can experience the magnificent 3-acre Christmas light display, highlighted by a 30-foot ribbon tree, 32-foot glowing ribbon arch, dazzling 20-foot Starburst, Christmas sleigh, and more.Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 15 Dec. 2024
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Coming to New York after its debut in Montreal, these 20 spheres respond to light sources like flashlights and smartphones, inviting visitors to interact with their glowing surfaces.David Hochman, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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The pigment-correcting serum boasts results within 12 weeks, leaving you with a radiant glow.Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 5 Dec. 2024
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Let the natural magic of cold therapy help boost blood circulation for a healthy, radiant glow.Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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In the book, the cynical green character successfully steals Christmas from his cheerful neighbors in Whoville — with help from his pet dog Max — and learns the true meaning of Christmas along the way.Athena Sobhan, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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The days leading up to Christmas are some of the most special—when our homes are filled with twinkling lights, cheerful decorations, and the cozy, unmistakable feeling of holiday magic.Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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And, for those who prefer to drink your holiday cocktails on a sunny beach, that’s always an option, too.Christina Pérez, Vogue, 13 Dec. 2024
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For a truly sunny break, in one of the most beautiful spots in Europe, Marbella is a great choice.Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Aglow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aglow. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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