shine through

verb

shone through or shined through; shining through; shines through
: to be seen, expressed, or shown clearly
Once she relaxed, her talent really began to shine through.

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There’s a softer oak profile, and more rustic personality to shine through. — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2026 Jeremiah Stone and Fabián von Hauske Valtierra of Wildair—the eclectic wine bar that’s notably been dropping limited edition donuts every Saturday for years—are the chefs here, and their expertise shines through every bite at The Tusk Bar. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026 Hearon also co-wrote the film (alongside Ruby Caster), which is loosely based on his own life, which adds a level of pathos and passion that shines through. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 12 Oct. 2026 The curators have put Convergence on a freestanding wall near windows, with daylight shining through — evoking the energy of a contemporary gallery. — Anastasia Tsioulcas, NPR, 10 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shine through

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“Shine through.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shine%20through. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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