coruscating

present participle of coruscate

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of coruscating With his new book, Pan, Clune has turned his cockeyed sensibility and coruscating intellect to fiction. Scott Stossel, The Atlantic, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coruscating
Verb
  • Turkish officials recently unveiled a gleaming gold brooch and a rare jade stone in Troy – a remarkable breakthrough that sheds light on the city's pre-Greek past.
    Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Today, the street has been thoroughly modernized, replaced by a gleaming forest of glass towers housing spacious condos with bird’s-eye views and sky-high prices.
    Mark David, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Over the black garment, shimmering sequins created a glittering effect beneath the lights, cascading down the piece from the bodice to the midi hem of the skirt.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Here, find Vogue’s guide to the very best hotels in Venice, from glittering palace stays to under-the-radar design gems.
    Liam Hess, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Picture yourself in an old observatory on a crisp, starry autumn night—bronze instruments glinting in the dim light, surrounded by aged leather and parchment maps.
    Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Gothic cathedrals, art deco villas, vintage yellow trams, impeccably dressed signore, bright red Negronis glinting in the sun—these are some of the most classic symbols of Milan, but there’s a whole other side to the city, one that’s contemporary, cosmopolitan, and just plain cool.
    Laura Itzkowitz, AFAR Media, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Dart, who was selected 25th overall by the Giants in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, shared the heartwarming story behind his shimmering chain when he was asked by reporters about it after his first practice of rookie minicamp.
    Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Over the black garment, shimmering sequins created a glittering effect beneath the lights, cascading down the piece from the bodice to the midi hem of the skirt.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • In Portland, warning indicators are flashing everywhere.
    Keith Wilson, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Troopers were investigating a report of a person lying in the right lane of traffic near a service truck parked on the shoulder with its hazard lights flashing, the release says.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Fast forward to September 21 this year, and Jefferson-Wooden’s smile was still beaming, but the medal around her neck was glistening brighter than ever before.
    Amanda Davies, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Meg lived in a somewhat offbeat district, but the tall shabby houses, some of them painted in garish colours, were soon left behind and gave place to discreetly glistening cream or white facades behind one of which Leonora lived.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Her mission is to be an example of overcoming adversity, reminding the world that true success comes from working with love, respect, and shining without dimming the light of others.
    Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.
    Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • But its 2019 refresh solidified its spot by proving that relaxing a bit — while maintaining its sparkling service and elevated dishes — doesn't mean sacrificing a sterling reputation.
    Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Along with Park City and SLC celebrations of Redford’s life and work, like a screening of 1969 ski movie Downhill Racer, the January 22–February 1, 2026 SFF will fill its usual more low key second week with sparkling new digital restorations and accompanying panels of alums.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025

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“Coruscating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coruscating. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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