What is another word for shining up to?
Pronunciation: [ʃˈa͡ɪnɪŋ ˈʌp tuː] (IPA) 
Sometimes, we need to express the idea of something approaching or getting close to the level of something else. The phrase "shining up to" is one way to convey this meaning. However, there are several synonyms that can be used in its place, including "getting up to," "approaching," "reaching," "nearly reaching," "closing in on," and "drawing near to." Each of these words or phrases captures the idea of something gradually getting closer to a certain level or standard. It's important to have a varied vocabulary when communicating, and using different synonyms for a single word helps to keep our language fresh and engaging.
