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gleam

noun, verb

/ɡliːm/

Meaning

a small or brief shining light; to shine softly

A gleam of hope appeared in her eyes.

gleam of hope

shine, sparkle, glimmer, flash, glow

darkness, dullness, gloom

gleam of light, gleam of hope, eyes gleamed, gleaming smile

a tactic of delaying legislative action by prolonged speech; to use such a tactic

an agreement between two or more parties; something bought at a good price

A shallow place in a river where one can cross; to cross a river at such a place.

To test or analyze the quality, purity, or content of a substance; the act of such testing.

A deep, resonant sound; a period of rapid growth or increase.

a slight added color, flavor, or feeling; to add a slight amount of color or quality