Dear teachers,

Would you be kind enough to give me your considered opinion concerning the interpretation of the expressions in bold in the following sentences?

She shone to such advantage among the other teachers.

None of my family shines at maths.

His abilities shine out when compared to his companion.

shine = create a great impression

The hot sun was shining directly on our heads.

to shine = to give light

Shine the floodlights in this part of the field.

to shine = to direct

His face shone with happiness.

shine = be radiant, glow

The curtains are so thin that the light shines thorough.

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