shine through
The phrase "shine through" is used both literally and figuratively to describe something becoming visible or apparent despite obstacles.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative)To become noticeable or apparent despite challenges or difficulties.
Example
- Her kindness always manages to shine through, even in tough situations.
- Despite the stress, his talent shone through during the performance.
B1General
(literal)To be visible across a barrier or obstruction.
Example
- The light from the streetlamp shone through the curtains.
- Even on cloudy days, some sunlight manages to shine through.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "shine through":
shine onshine upray of sunshinesparkle upsee the lightray of lightbrighten upopen sunshinebright shiny objectcatch the sunlight upsee daylightstand outsee starsbright spotbright lightsbright young thingliquid sunshineshow outguiding lightlit up