as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light
a fulgent sun peeked from behind the clouds
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The gothic building, opened in 1927, was first named Hammerstein's Theatre in honor of owner Arthur Hammerstein’s father, Oscar Hammerstein I, who helped develop New York’s luminous Times Square.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
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Try the entire collection, which includes a 16-shadow palette, luminous blush, and two brushes for less than $90.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
1 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
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At a time of so much partisanship in Congress, especially related to health care, breakthrough legislation is a shining example of how commonsense policies that support patient care and innovation can achieve broad support.—
Josh Makower,
STAT,
16 Mar. 2026
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Both have received glowing reviews from staffers and contributors.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2026
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Hot black smoke socked her in the face; the staircase had become a glowing, spastic frenzy.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Available in dazzling red, yellow, and pink varieties, Garden Jewels™ Gerbera daisies produce up to 100 flowers per plant over a long season.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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Swanson was credited with nine assists, including running in on some slow rollers, getting to balls headed up the middle, making some dazzling spin moves and showing grace under pressure to help the Cubs (21-12) win their 14th of 17 games overall and 10th straight home game.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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His orangey hair nearly matched a color in his brand-new Miami Dolphins jersey, the number thirty-nine spangly and bright.—
Chang-rae Lee,
New Yorker,
3 May 2026
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This popular, low-maintenance plant features stunning burgundy foliage and bright pink spring flowers.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
3 May 2026
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Michalle is petite, good-natured, and very pretty, with dark eyes and a radiant smile.—
Anna Wiener,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Tay Lautner and Kelly Rizzo are radiant at The Dear Media x Pinterest VIP Creator Dinner in Los Angeles.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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Cerrudo said the visual effects are enhanced through the work of the lighting designer and the shiny Marley floor used.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
6 May 2026
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The image of Lionel Messi seen around the world Sunday was of the Argentine legend enjoying a tour of the F1 Miami Grand Prix with his family, visiting the paddock, meeting with Argentine driver Franco Colapinto and winner Kimi Antonelli, and sitting in the driver’s seat of a shiny race car.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
10 Dec. 2025
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“Fulgent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fulgent. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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