sparkly
adjective
spar·kly
ˈspär-k(ə-)lē 
sparklier; sparkliest
: tending to sparkle : shining with or reflecting bright points of light
sparkly Christmas decorations
a sparkly diamond
Run by various entrepreneurs, the vehicles … are cheap, plentiful, and known for loud music and sparkly disco balls.—
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Angela George, Argus Leader Palisades State Park Palisades State Park in South Dakota is known for its towering Sioux quartzite rock formations, sparkly waterfalls and family-friendly trails.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
And methinks the mystery driving this sparkly debut would translate well onto a proscenium.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 10 June 2026
Plenty of Kendra Scott jewelry is quietly marked down ahead of Prime Day, with statement earrings, pretty bracelets, and more sparkly finds starting at $48.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
This sparkly set, which is adorned with subtle stars, makes for an edgier look that's still vibrant and appropriate for the summer months ahead.
—Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 8 June 2026
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Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
And methinks the mystery driving this sparkly debut would translate well onto a proscenium.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 10 June 2026
Plenty of Kendra Scott jewelry is quietly marked down ahead of Prime Day, with statement earrings, pretty bracelets, and more sparkly finds starting at $48.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
This sparkly set, which is adorned with subtle stars, makes for an edgier look that's still vibrant and appropriate for the summer months ahead.
—Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for sparkly
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“Sparkly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sparkly. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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