starburst
noun
star·burst
ˈstär-ˌbərst 
: something (such as a pattern) that resembles diverging rays of light
starbursts of color
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At 20mm f/22, the lens draws crisp, multi-point starbursts around bright points of light.
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PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
The couple loves the home’s curved windows, refinished hardwood floors, French doors, Juliet balcony, wraparound porch with its starburst ceilings, and stained glass windows.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
At the very center of the galaxy is a nuclear starburst: a region of extreme star formation that is blowing material out of the galaxy.
—Rebecca McClain, Space.com, 31 July 2025
Matching lids complete the set, and feature the brand’s iconic starburst design and signature instant seal to keep your food fresh.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
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PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
The couple loves the home’s curved windows, refinished hardwood floors, French doors, Juliet balcony, wraparound porch with its starburst ceilings, and stained glass windows.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
At the very center of the galaxy is a nuclear starburst: a region of extreme star formation that is blowing material out of the galaxy.
—Rebecca McClain, Space.com, 31 July 2025
Matching lids complete the set, and feature the brand’s iconic starburst design and signature instant seal to keep your food fresh.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for starburst
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“Starburst.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/starburst. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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