shone
word · lemma: shine
Definition
Past tense of 'shine'. It means something gave off light or was bright.
Usage & Nuances
'Shone' is the irregular past tense and past participle of 'shine'. Can refer to both physical light ('the sun shone') and to being impressive ('she shone in the performance'). Often used in stories and descriptions.
Spanish: brillóPortuguese (BR): brilhouPortuguese (PT): brilhouChinese (Simplified): 发光了 - 闪耀了Chinese (Traditional): 發光了 - 閃耀了Hindi: चमकाArabic: تألقت
Example Sentences
The sun shone brightly all day.
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Her eyes shone with happiness.
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The stars shone in the night sky.
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She really shone during her job interview.
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The silver ring shone after I polished it.
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His talent shone through, even though he was nervous.
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