What is another word for stopped shining?
Pronunciation: [stˈɒpt ʃˈa͡ɪnɪŋ] (IPA) 
The expression "stopped shining" can be rephrased in several ways, depending on the context. One could use words like "faded," "dimmed," or "dulled" to describe a gradual decrease in brightness, while "extinguished," "snuffed out," or "quenched" could apply to a sudden loss of light. Other possible synonyms include "obscured," "eclipsed," "veiled," or "hidden," which suggest that something has interfered with the light source or somehow prevented it from reaching its intended target. Alternately, one could use metaphors to describe the cessation of light, such as "the sky went dark," "the sun set," or "the stars were swallowed by clouds".
