The moon is shining.

Meaning: This sentence tells us that the natural satellite of Earth that reflects light from the sun is emitting light or brightness.

Choice of Words: The word "moon" refers to the natural satellite of Earth that reflects light from the sun. "Is" is a form of the verb "to be," which indicates a state of existence or condition. "Shining" describes the emission of light or brightness.

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• Moon hung in dark sky, shining brightly.
• Moon glows night, shining silver.
• The moon is shining peacefully in the night sky.
• He smiled at the shining moon.
• He gazed at the shining full moon.
• Moon was shining.
• The moon was shining.
• The sun is shining.
• The sun is shining brightly.
• The sun is shining brightly in the sky.