glassy

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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. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 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
  • To gouge out the parasitic pillager, the doctors performed a pars plana vitrectomy—a procedure that involves sucking out some of the jelly-like vitreous inside the eye.
    Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 13 Aug. 2025
  • Collect blood and vitreous fluid, as well as hair and tissue samples.
    Peter Cummings, Scientific American, 3 June 2025
Adjective
  • Slytherin doughnut: Original glazed doughnut topped with chocolate and green buttercream, chocolate sugar cookies and the Slytherin crest.
    Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Now every table features at least one order, dripping honey butter and glistening like a glazed donut.
    Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Apple is also offering two cases for the smartphone, a translucent case that is less than 1mm thin.
    James Powel, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The update promised clarity and focus by stripping away leather stitching, felt, and other textures in favor of flat colors, thin fonts, and translucent panes.
    Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • During restoration, the tables were repaired, reinforced and re-lacquered, while the chairs were reupholstered and restored to their original brand-new appearance.
    Isabelle Kliger, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Its pedal, or the main part of its body, is semitransparent, flat and disc-like, researchers said.
    Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 20 June 2025
  • 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
Adjective
  • Seeing the works in person, one is struck by the elaborate Art Nouveau–style frames that form substantial prosceniums for these diaphanous tableaux.
    Elizabeth Mangini, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2025
  • Sure, the diaphanous look isn’t exactly suitable for dropping temps, but its dark palette and witchy energy befit a funeral for summer 2025, and a look ahead to the fall months.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • 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
  • Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.
    Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Maple and Francesca each opted for dresses, with the former donning a semi-sheer black number and the latter choosing a silky brown slip dress matching her father's color palette.
    Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Hydrolyzed baobab helps strengthen, while jojoba esters condition for silky slip that keeps frizzy hair at bay.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025

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“Glassy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glassy. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

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