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as in glimmer
a very small amount
the tapping sound ceased, extinguishing the last ray of hope that the trapped miners were still alive
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as in to shine
to emit rays of light
klieg lights were raying against the nighttime sky at the Hollywood premiere
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as in to radiate
to extend outwards from or as if from a central point
laugh wrinkles rayed out from the corners of the old man's eyes
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Recent Examples of ray
Curt Anderson, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2025
The Earth doesn’t completely block the sun’s rays, though, and the ones that manage to filter through its atmosphere form a bright ring around the planet.
—Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Mar. 2025
As spring draws nearer, the sun becomes more relentless, and being consistent with your sunscreen and lotion keeps your skin protected from the powerful rays—especially the skin on your hands, which is thinner and more delicate.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2025
Melanin is the natural pigment that gives skin its color and protects it from damage from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Like rays, sawfish gills are on their undersides, so their intake is frequently from the bottom.
—Curt Anderson, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2025
The Earth doesn’t completely block the sun’s rays, though, and the ones that manage to filter through its atmosphere form a bright ring around the planet.
—Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Mar. 2025
As spring draws nearer, the sun becomes more relentless, and being consistent with your sunscreen and lotion keeps your skin protected from the powerful rays—especially the skin on your hands, which is thinner and more delicate.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2025
Melanin is the natural pigment that gives skin its color and protects it from damage from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ray
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In the east building, work has begun in the attic where hundreds of wooden beams support the structure as site workers begin repairing the plaster before roof work can begin.—
Taylor O’Connor,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2025
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Soaring cream ceilings are accented with black beams.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
9 Mar. 2025
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When former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday and flown to the International Criminal Court at The Hague, his most prominent critic felt a glimmer of hope.—
Erika Page,
The Christian Science Monitor,
14 Mar. 2025
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But there are glimmers of hope, thanks to entrepreneurs like Kris Engskov.—
Alison Coleman,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Open through Sunday, the three-floor immersive experience brings fans through the card-collecting world, creating both a way to shine a spotlight on stars such as Ichiro Suzuki and Hideki Matsui and educating how Topps has built its passionate baseball card-collecting community.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
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The full moon was seen shining its crimson light over the Mineirao stadium in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais state, Brazil.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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The surface of the sun, which has a temperature of 6,000 °C, radiates most strongly in the visible spectrum.—
Jayson Stewart,
IEEE Spectrum,
5 Mar. 2025
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These homes radiate timeless charm, ideal for those seeking sophistication rooted in antiquity. 2.—
Rowan Briggs,
The Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2025
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By locking Metcalf into a five-year, $150 million contract, the Steelers have made their biggest splash at wideout, where their track record of drafting and developing the position has hit a valley in recent years (except George Pickens).—
Jeff Howe,
The Athletic,
10 Mar. 2025
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Slam Dunk At Pier 5 at Bayside Marketplace in Miami, this is a winning mix of Don Q Cristal rum, Triple Sec, fresh lime, orange juice, and mint, topped with a bubbly splash of Starry.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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Luckily, fake tanners is one of the best ways to get glowing quick, without any harm to your skin.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2025
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The information about the institute which has avoided the memory hole just sits there, though this makes some of it glow brighter.—
Jackson Arn,
The New Yorker,
10 Mar. 2025
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Here are some hints for today’s Quordle game, followed by the answers: What Are Today’s Quordle Hints?—
Kris Holt,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep. CNN — I’m captivated by my new personal health tracker, a Christmas gift from my husband.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN,
10 Mar. 2025
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When the last shreds of sunlight vanish, everyone pulls their car up to the field and turns on their headlights.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2025
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Waste management giant Veolia shreds blades into small pieces that go in kilns to replace the coal, sand and clay required to make cement.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Ray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ray. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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