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as in vitreous
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as in glazed
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Recent Examples of glassy
Internally, the residence channels a certain European je ne sais quoi with elegant paned windows, glassy French doors, exposed beam ceilings, and stately fireplaces.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2024
Inside, a little more than 3,600 square feet of living space is infused with light via banks of glassy French doors.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2024
On the main level, the house offers an airy living room is accented by massive wooden ceiling beams, triangular clerestory windows, a stone fireplace, and two sets of glassy French doors leading to the gardens.
—James McClain, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The Alaskan storm generated a huge ocean swell that was glassier than a champagne flute when the clouds lifted on Saturday afternoon, mesmerizing surfers.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2024
Selena Gomez accredit their effortlessly smooth and glassy skin — even under the camera flashes — to the skillful use of a primer that perfects those pores.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2022
Alejandre reached for Lancôme Juicy Tubes for an ultra-glassy finish on the lips.
—Ale Higareda, Allure, 23 Aug. 2022
The pavilion’s second story contains a glassy indoor-outdoor chapel and event terrace that respectfully frames views of the temple’s dome and stained glass windows.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2022
Even the church itself, visible at the edge of some of the photographs, just beyond the parking lot, gives little away; its glassy modern exterior could as easily be a shopping mall as a sanctuary.
—Casey Cep, The New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2020
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2024
Inside, a little more than 3,600 square feet of living space is infused with light via banks of glassy French doors.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2024
On the main level, the house offers an airy living room is accented by massive wooden ceiling beams, triangular clerestory windows, a stone fireplace, and two sets of glassy French doors leading to the gardens.
—James McClain, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The Alaskan storm generated a huge ocean swell that was glassier than a champagne flute when the clouds lifted on Saturday afternoon, mesmerizing surfers.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2024
Selena Gomez accredit their effortlessly smooth and glassy skin — even under the camera flashes — to the skillful use of a primer that perfects those pores.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2022
Alejandre reached for Lancôme Juicy Tubes for an ultra-glassy finish on the lips.
—Ale Higareda, Allure, 23 Aug. 2022
The pavilion’s second story contains a glassy indoor-outdoor chapel and event terrace that respectfully frames views of the temple’s dome and stained glass windows.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2022
Even the church itself, visible at the edge of some of the photographs, just beyond the parking lot, gives little away; its glassy modern exterior could as easily be a shopping mall as a sanctuary.
—Casey Cep, The New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glassy
Adjective
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At that time, Saint-Gobain, which produced the vitreous bricks, couldn’t even guarantee that the still-new building material was weatherproof.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
21 Feb. 2025
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The surgical procedure involves first temporarily removing the vitreous gel that fills the eye to gain access to the retina.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The lineup includes three new doughnuts: Pac-Man Party doughnut: Original glazed doughnut topped with yellow buttercream icing, celebration sprinkles and a Pac-Man piece.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
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While customers nationwide might not get their hands on a glazed doughnut, McD’s has some new and returning items to snag.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Some keep the ad translucent and restrict how much of a screen is devoted to it.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
12 May 2025
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Among the booths selling keychains, ceramics, and handbags, there was a wall display of handmade contemporary postcards with translucent slide-film photographs of local scenes embedded in the card stock.—
Bonnie Tsui,
AFAR Media,
6 May 2025
Adjective
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The semitransparent nail trend is distinct in its high-gloss finish and gel-like surface that looks almost like a juicy, shiny lip gloss for your nails.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
6 May 2025
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The company is now manufacturing over 5,500 square meters of semitransparent photovoltaic glass for what Beltrán says will be the world’s largest photovoltaic skylight.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
24 Jan. 2018
Adjective
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But, never one to be bothered by what’s supposedly in or out, Bella Hadid is keeping the diaphanous look afloat, even in its downward trajectory.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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The tower’s slender triangles look diaphanous from a distance, but from the sidewalk the building resembles a fortress, with a 186-foot concrete-and-steel base safeguarding the 94 stories above from bombings.—
David W. Dunlap,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Attendees rode in support of and alongside community member Eva Zamora, who is a shining example of how to live your best life with Parkinson’s disease and takes cycle classes at EōS regularly, a news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2025
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Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The pedals are made from a silky polyurethane material, while the stems feature a metal wire base that is wrapped in plastic.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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The palate is silky smooth yet robust, showcasing flavors of brown sugar, dark stone fruit, cinnamon bark, and sweet tobacco.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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“Glassy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glassy. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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