phosphoresce (B2)
verb
Definition
phosphoresce means to exhibit phosphorescence. It can have more than one sense, so use the alternate meanings and examples to choose the meaning that matches your sentence.
Examples
The lesson showed how to phosphoresce in a natural sentence.
Check who or what will phosphoresce before translating the verb.
The example helped students understand when to phosphoresce.
How to Use phosphoresce
- to phosphoresce (verb pattern)
- Use the infinitive form when naming the action. — "The lesson showed when to phosphoresce."
- phosphoresce in context (usage pattern)
- Check the sentence to see who does the action. — "We studied how phosphoresce works in context."
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