as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light
the attraction that the dazzling lights of Broadway have for many young performers
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as in stunning
to overpower with light
skiers were dazzled by the glare off of the slopes of freshly packed snow
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Recent Examples of dazzling
Rachel Treisman, NPR, 26 May 2026
The dazzling quarterback from Utah and the sack master from Philadelphia will meet again face to face this week when the Giants resume their organized team activities.
—Candace Buckner, New York Times, 25 May 2026
George Calhoun, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Homegrown star Bukayo Saka was dazzling fans on a weekly basis, new captain Martin Ødegaard pulled the strings in midfield and defenders Gabriel Magalhães and William Saliba shut up shop at the back.
—Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 23 May 2026
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Adjective
Garros' dazzling performances in air shows and races earned him awards and notoriety.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 26 May 2026
The dazzling quarterback from Utah and the sack master from Philadelphia will meet again face to face this week when the Giants resume their organized team activities.
—Candace Buckner, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Verb
But the truth of the comparison does not emerge from these dazzling appearances.
—George Calhoun, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Homegrown star Bukayo Saka was dazzling fans on a weekly basis, new captain Martin Ødegaard pulled the strings in midfield and defenders Gabriel Magalhães and William Saliba shut up shop at the back.
—Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 23 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dazzling
Adjective
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Stylish swimwear Step into the luminous Anja Paris boutique and you’ll be instantly transported to tropical climes.—
Mary Winston Nicklin,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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When the skin barrier is healthy, the skin looks calmer, smoother, more luminous and more tolerant of active ingredients, Devgan tells me.—
Rachel Burchfield,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Whatever political direction Democrats plan to take their party in two years at their National Convention to elect a presidential nominee, Denver offers a shining example of what a city looks like when governance goes right for many decades, led by heart and hard work.—
The Denver Post Editorial Board,
Denver Post,
5 May 2026
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So naturally in a state that treats basketball like a religion and the sport’s biggest stars like royalty, nobody casts a bigger shadow in this community now than the slender 6-foot-6, 196-pound, 19-year-old freshman who changed Final Four weekend with one brilliant shining moment Sunday afternoon.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Between crowded commutes, blinding screens, and the endless tap-tap-tapping on smartphone glass, our senses are constantly taking a beating.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
29 May 2026
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Shortly after the second half got underway, heavy rain hit, drenching the players and blinding their field vision, but most of the fans stayed dry under Nu Stadium’s canopy that covers the stands.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
25 May 2026
Adjective
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While Pritzker has higher approval ratings than Johnson, neither politician is getting glowing reviews from city or state residents.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Many fans call this one of the most underrated comedies out there, and Season 2 is getting glowing reviews once again.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2026
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In braids and a bright yellow fishing bib, with her dog Claude at her side and a witty interjection always on the tip of her tongue, Maude climbs onto her trusty little boat and sets a course for the open sea.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Durable enough to handle the elements, this waterproof light features a comfortable elastic strap and a bright, adjustable beam that improves visibility while keeping both hands free for unloading luggage, handling car repairs, or setting up camp in the dark.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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The Brazilian defender had been brilliant all match but sends his penalty blazing over the bar.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Opposition player of the season Federico Valverde was brilliant when City were beaten at the Santiago Bernabeu in the Champions League last 16.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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The sculptural heels feature a dramatic hourglass heel and strappy upper — Lipa owns a shiny Lavender Blonde shade of the style.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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Hydrating, plumping, and pore-blurring, the formula boasts a skin-like finish that’s neither shiny nor overly matte.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
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There’s no point postulating a soul that might rise beyond the reach of artificial illumination, because the very vault of the Universe is inscribed with radiant diagrams.—
Wyatt Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
2 June 2026
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Ciara Miller is radiant at the DSW Collaboration Launch Event in New York City on May 27.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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“Dazzling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dazzling. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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