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Recent Examples of effervescence
Laced with streams of delicate bubbles that appear to rise, dance, and fizz inside each form, these vessels show their effervescence as frozen in flight, lending even still water a celebratory air.
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Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 4 Jan. 2026
Stirring it with instant espresso powder noticeably decreases the effervescence, before the dense richness of the heavy cream all but buries it.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
In the traditional method, the wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle, which creates its effervescence and pressure, as well as that trademark cork pop.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 26 Dec. 2025
While sorrel inspires its character, this isn’t the sweet holiday drink — instead, hibiscus notes balance the champagne-style effervescence, adding complexity.
—Essence, 18 Nov. 2025
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Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 4 Jan. 2026
Stirring it with instant espresso powder noticeably decreases the effervescence, before the dense richness of the heavy cream all but buries it.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
In the traditional method, the wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle, which creates its effervescence and pressure, as well as that trademark cork pop.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 26 Dec. 2025
While sorrel inspires its character, this isn’t the sweet holiday drink — instead, hibiscus notes balance the champagne-style effervescence, adding complexity.
—Essence, 18 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for effervescence
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Javier Ignacio is both soothing and snippy as the Beast’s confidante Cogsworth, a clock, while Cameron Monroe Thomas adds vivacity to the dour castle as the feather duster Babette.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
9 Apr. 2026
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Foxx — whose extensive auditions for the role included a piano session with Charles himself — brought vivacity to an otherwise standard biopic chronicling the singer's tumultuous life.—
Devan Coggan,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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As a teen-ager listening to folk music in London pubs, I’d been attracted to the instrument’s nimble, tinkling cheerfulness, its being on the margins, not too demanding, perhaps.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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Lastly, yellow tulips symbolize cheerfulness, happiness, and optimism.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
24 Mar. 2026
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The performances had the energy and verve of a Pentecostal revival, with James playing the role of charismatic preacher.—
Daniel Kohn,
Rolling Stone,
17 Apr. 2026
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But the lack of verve Bieber brought to one of music's biggest stages also drew some backlash online — especially amid reports that the artist was paid $10 million to host a YouTube viewing party.—
Rebecca Cohen,
NBC news,
13 Apr. 2026
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Considered a medium strength shower, the Lyrids lack the brightness and abundance that other showers provide.—
Avni Trivedi,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Despite their different levels of brightness and saturation, both are distinct paint colors that look clean and clearly embody a certain visual aesthetic.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Apr. 2026
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Born from the embers of the eighties band Talulah Gosh, Heavenly, led by the singer and guitarist Amelia Fletcher, shuffled forward with her riffy, effervescent playing style, gradually growing more sophisticated across four LPs and an EP, without any loss of buoyancy.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
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The new buoyancy is also evident in the two slices within this Golden State index.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
3 Apr. 2026
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Each necklace has a little pavé jump ring that attaches it to the chain and gives it a subtle sparkle.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Hundreds of books have been written about the Rolling Stones, but few sparkle quite like Spitz’s.—
Marc Ballon,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Window boxes and planters are classic choices for sprucing up porches and adding extra pizzazz to front walkways.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
15 Apr. 2026
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The modern-retro design is a throwback to Glyfada Beach’s 1960s heyday, with way more pizzazz than the folding chairs and boxy cabanas that originally lined the shore.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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The days of the secluded mathematician chalking up a blackboard have largely given way to a collaborative spirit as math has become increasingly technical.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Customized services from the building’s concierge available to all include events such as wine and spirits tastings that will bring neighbors together.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Effervescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effervescence. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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