Stars shone brightly overhead.

Meaning: The stars were very visible in the sky, and they were emitting a lot of light.

Choice of Words: Shone means to give off light, like a star or a lamp. Brightly means with a lot of light. Overhead means above the person or thing being discussed. Together, these words create a vivid image of the stars shining with intense light above.

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