A/the bright spot
noun
An element or area of positivity, happiness or success in a broader negative, unsuccessful or depressing context.
Despite the team's poor performance, the new player was a bright spot, scoring three goals.
Often appears as...
- be a bright spot
- find a bright spot
noun
Literally, a place that is brighter or lighter in color than its surroundings.
He noticed a bright spot on the painting where the sun was depicted.
Often appears as...
- notice a bright spot
- see a bright spot
noun
A place or area achieving better results or more success compared to others in similar circumstances.
Despite the overall economic downturn, the technology sector remains a bright spot.
Often appears as...
- remains a bright spot
- be a bright spot
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Academic
noun
An element or area of positivity, happiness or success in a broader negative, unsuccessful or depressing context.
Despite the team's poor performance, the new player was a bright spot, scoring three goals.
Often appears as...
- be a bright spot
- find a bright spot
noun
Literally, a place that is brighter or lighter in color than its surroundings.
He noticed a bright spot on the painting where the sun was depicted.
Often appears as...
- notice a bright spot
- see a bright spot
noun
A place or area achieving better results or more success compared to others in similar circumstances.
Despite the overall economic downturn, the technology sector remains a bright spot.
Often appears as...
- remains a bright spot
- be a bright spot
Usage tips
Approving
Academic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Optimistic Usage
Use it to highlight positivity in tough situations.
Her quick recovery was the bright spot of a difficult season.
Pro Tip 2/3Non-literal Shine
It's not about actual light, but a metaphor for hope or success.
The charity's outreach was a bright spot in the impoverished neighborhood.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Contrast
Emphasizes a feeling of relief or happiness amidst difficulty.
Finding an honest cab driver in the city was a bright spot in her day.
Pro Tip 1/3Optimistic Usage
Use it to highlight positivity in tough situations.
Her quick recovery was the bright spot of a difficult season.
Pro Tip 2/3Non-literal Shine
It's not about actual light, but a metaphor for hope or success.
The charity's outreach was a bright spot in the impoverished neighborhood.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Contrast
Emphasizes a feeling of relief or happiness amidst difficulty.
Finding an honest cab driver in the city was a bright spot in her day.
Pro Tip 1/3Optimistic Usage
Use it to highlight positivity in tough situations.
Her quick recovery was the bright spot of a difficult season.
Pro Tip 2/3Non-literal Shine
It's not about actual light, but a metaphor for hope or success.
The charity's outreach was a bright spot in the impoverished neighborhood.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Contrast
Emphasizes a feeling of relief or happiness amidst difficulty.
Finding an honest cab driver in the city was a bright spot in her day.
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