shine

Definition

  • verb: to give off light
  • verb: to emit rays of light
  • usually used in plural
  • synonyms: gleam, brightness, polish

Examples

  • I'll always love you, 'come rain or come shine'. [=I will love you no matter what happens]

  • She really 'took a shine to' [='took a liking to'] her new neighbor.

  • Once she relaxed, her talent really began to 'shine through'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) get a sister. You think pitting us against each other is fair to Louis' client? Please. Dividing financial assets? You couldn't shine my shoes. Someone should. Well, actually, I personally shine my own shoes. So there you go. Well, lucky them. How come you always ask (..)
    2011 TvShow: Suits Title: Rules of the Game Season: 1 Episode 11