as in to gleam
to shoot forth bursts of light
the queen's crown glittered under the glare of the TV lights
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as in shimmer
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as in gilt
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Recent Examples of glitter
M. J. Corey, New Yorker, 24 May 2025
Against the glittering backdrop of the French Riviera, icons like Naomi Campbell in Dolce & Gabbana and Halle Berry in archival Chanel set the tone for an evening defined by prestige and unapologetic opulence.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 23 May 2025
Annabelle Canela, Parents, 16 Apr. 2025
At the end of the video, Kardashian panned the camera over to Chicago’s bed, filled with pink glitter.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Images of Kardashian’s glittering ascent on the front steps of the Palais de Justice have, of course, been posted on social media by publications such as the Times and Vogue.
—M. J. Corey, New Yorker, 24 May 2025
Against the glittering backdrop of the French Riviera, icons like Naomi Campbell in Dolce & Gabbana and Halle Berry in archival Chanel set the tone for an evening defined by prestige and unapologetic opulence.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 23 May 2025
Noun
Quick Tip Leave a few eggs partially dyed and then cover just the colored part with glitter for a cool effect.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 16 Apr. 2025
At the end of the video, Kardashian panned the camera over to Chicago’s bed, filled with pink glitter.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glitter
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Grace Karin Zip-Front Midi Dress with Pockets A gleaming gold zipper down the front lends a dramatic flourish to this little black dress with a banded waist and cap sleeves.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
30 May 2025
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The futuristic design features gleaming white concrete, glass and water in a complex of five buildings designed by famous Spanish architects Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela in 1998.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Guitarist Justin Ostrander laid down a chill solo live on the first pass, and drummer Evan Hutchings added some shimmer with his cymbal work.—
Tom Roland,
Billboard,
23 May 2025
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The beads are covered in crystals for just the right amount of shimmer to accessorize any type of outfit, from casual to dress up.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
16 May 2025
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The British government’s long-term borrowing costs grew higher, with the 30-year gilt yield closing at 5.563%, its highest level since 1998.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
23 May 2025
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And then there’s the emotional, irrational lift of gilt and glory, the baroque architecture, the Renaissance art, the history stretching back to Jesus and Saint Peter.—
Howard Chua-Eoan,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Instead, try drinking sparkling water and eating more fish and whole grains.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2025
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The former just sparkled on the cover of Sports Illustrated in a glittering green two-piece set that looks like this one from Amazon.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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There are trees dusted in snow, a stone fireplace with a roaring fire, and yes, twinkle lights.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
9 May 2025
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The 2025 Met Gala is all but a twinkle in our collective eye—or a sequin on a dress a few days discarded.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
9 May 2025
Verb
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The player bet $1.75, hit spin and watched as the symbols flashed across the screen until a jackpot message appeared.—
Helena Wegner,
Sacbee.com,
28 May 2025
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It's now known to flash in both radio waves and X-rays for a two-minute period every 44 minutes.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
28 May 2025
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From the windows of her family’s 14th-floor apartment, Alvarez was transfixed by the view of cars threading along the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway and the glint of the Manhattan Bridge.—
Elly Fishman,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The images often frame Bono in shadow, with glints of light around him, lending a chiaroscuro elegance to his presence.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Golden Goose’s experiential retail space in NYC epitomizes the concept in its Co-Creation Bar: a section of the store where eager individuals can customize their acquisitions with patches, charms, pins, brooches, crystals, studs, embroidery, paint, and the like.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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From the flowing elegance of saris to the intricate craftsmanship of lehengas and the versatile beauty of salwars, the region has been home to centuries of textile artistry that spans ancient weaving techniques, elaborate embroidery, and timeless silhouettes.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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“Glitter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glitter. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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