as in glow
the steady giving off of the form of radiation that makes vision possible
the sudden glare of the squad car's headlights in my rearview mirror
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as in to glow
to shine with a bright harsh light
the spotlight glared down on the suspect as the police questioned him relentlessly
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Recent Examples of glare
Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 23 Feb. 2026
This method not only eliminates blind spots but cuts down on headlight glare from following or passing vehicles.
—Hartford Courant, 21 Feb. 2026
Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2026
After four drafts, the Giants entered Schoen’s fifth offseason here with glaring needs at corner, offensive line, interior defensive line, inside linebacker, safety, receiver, running back, tight end and kicker.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
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Noun
If glare is a concern, opt for textured works, canvases, or three-dimensional pieces instead.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 23 Feb. 2026
This method not only eliminates blind spots but cuts down on headlight glare from following or passing vehicles.
—Hartford Courant, 21 Feb. 2026
Verb
From the front passenger seat, Orlando businessman Jimmy Hewitt turned around and glared at Williams.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2026
After four drafts, the Giants entered Schoen’s fifth offseason here with glaring needs at corner, offensive line, interior defensive line, inside linebacker, safety, receiver, running back, tight end and kicker.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glare
Noun
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The decorative candle lanterns are perfect for patios, balconies, gardens, and stairways, adding a warm glow wherever they’re placed.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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Rich-girl flip-flops Flip-flops underwent a huge glow-up last summer, graduating from a beachside afterthought to a genuine fashion statement.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The artists share an attraction to the gleaming counters and alluring rows of postwar consumer culture, but Parr holds his gaze longer, seeking the nausea after the binge.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2026
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Venus Venus begins March gleaming high above the western horizon at dusk.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Those that attended mostly sat and scowled.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
25 Feb. 2026
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He was picked up first on meth charges on May 14, 1986, according to news reports and a San Francisco police booking photo, which shows him in a blue hoodie scowling into the camera.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2026
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These include dimming the lights and minimizing the use of electronics before bed, keeping a consistent sleep schedule, maintaining a sleeping environment that's cool, dark, and quiet.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Protesters also burned a police station and damaged a school and the offices of a local charity in Gilgit, according to officials.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Mar. 2026
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In all areas of life, optimism lights the spark, while discipline keeps the fire burning.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The staring contest continues, even as the administration gets itself involved in a war.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
2 Mar. 2026
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Before sunrise, on a frigid, frozen lake south of Madison, Wisconsin, Zach Feiner is staring at a buzzing screen.—
Berly McCoy,
NPR,
2 Mar. 2026
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The last 16 of the FA Cup is here, and the glint of the trophy is now in sight for the teams that remain.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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And what many of those fans noticed was a glint of jewelry on Alysa Liu’s teeth.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The bag was covered in a gray powder, similar to flash powder.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
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Speed cameras near Florida schools can issue $100 violations whether or not yellow warning lights are flashing — a rule that has caught many drivers off guard.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Glare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glare. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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