as in glinting
to shoot forth bursts of light
fine china and stemware gleaming in the candlelight
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Recent Examples of gleaming
Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Today, the street has been thoroughly modernized, replaced by a gleaming forest of glass towers housing spacious condos with bird’s-eye views and sky-high prices.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Los Angeles — News of the killings was already spreading as the summer sun began to warm the tennis court behind Jose and Kitty Menendez’s gleaming Beverly Hills mansion on August 21,1989.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 12 Oct. 2025
How to Watch Finland vs Lithuania Finland faces a gleaming opportunity to qualify for its first World Cup as UEFA qualifying nears a climax, with the Eagle-owls set to host Lithuania on Thursday.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
If he gets put away, at least everyone on the planet got to see him at his gleaming best.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2025
Stacy’s husband, Mark, the captain of the 2nd Massachusetts, sipped a gleaming Capri Sun.
—Caity Weaver, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025
The gleaming white Capitol building rising between the blue waves makes Madison a uniquely picturesque place.
—Peter Cameron, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Look for bald eagles perched in trees, tidepools gleaming with life, and dogs bounding through the surf.
—Becca Blond, AFAR Media, 7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Turkish officials recently unveiled a gleaming gold brooch and a rare jade stone in Troy – a remarkable breakthrough that sheds light on the city's pre-Greek past.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Today, the street has been thoroughly modernized, replaced by a gleaming forest of glass towers housing spacious condos with bird’s-eye views and sky-high prices.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Los Angeles — News of the killings was already spreading as the summer sun began to warm the tennis court behind Jose and Kitty Menendez’s gleaming Beverly Hills mansion on August 21,1989.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 12 Oct. 2025
How to Watch Finland vs Lithuania Finland faces a gleaming opportunity to qualify for its first World Cup as UEFA qualifying nears a climax, with the Eagle-owls set to host Lithuania on Thursday.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
If he gets put away, at least everyone on the planet got to see him at his gleaming best.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2025
Stacy’s husband, Mark, the captain of the 2nd Massachusetts, sipped a gleaming Capri Sun.
—Caity Weaver, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025
The gleaming white Capitol building rising between the blue waves makes Madison a uniquely picturesque place.
—Peter Cameron, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Look for bald eagles perched in trees, tidepools gleaming with life, and dogs bounding through the surf.
—Becca Blond, AFAR Media, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gleaming
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Picture yourself in an old observatory on a crisp, starry autumn night—bronze instruments glinting in the dim light, surrounded by aged leather and parchment maps.—
Michael Stefanov,
Robb Report,
14 Oct. 2025
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Gothic cathedrals, art deco villas, vintage yellow trams, impeccably dressed signore, bright red Negronis glinting in the sun—these are some of the most classic symbols of Milan, but there’s a whole other side to the city, one that’s contemporary, cosmopolitan, and just plain cool.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
AFAR Media,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The best shining example of something that was influenced by us is the British version of The Office.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
12 Sep. 2025
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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
Verb
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Over the black garment, shimmering sequins created a glittering effect beneath the lights, cascading down the piece from the bodice to the midi hem of the skirt.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
13 Oct. 2025
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Here, find Vogue’s guide to the very best hotels in Venice, from glittering palace stays to under-the-radar design gems.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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During a dazzling, Cy Young Award-caliber rookie season last year, Imanaga exceeded all expectations.—
The Athletic MLB Staff,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement With apt timing, manner, and physicality, DiCaprio translates Bob’s foolishness into a dazzling comedic show.—
Robert Daniels,
Time,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Over the black garment, shimmering sequins created a glittering effect beneath the lights, cascading down the piece from the bodice to the midi hem of the skirt.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
13 Oct. 2025
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Beyond Blues introduces non-indigo dye options and versatile customization possibilities, while Airsoft features a fresh palette of luminous mid and light indigo tones, complemented by soft greys and blacks—perfect for spring-summer moods and relaxed silhouettes.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Oct. 2025
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They’re populated with wooden puppets representing Loro Piana artisans, adorned with a rich palette of luminous gold, deep brown, dark green and touches of Art Deco as an ode to New York City.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Fast forward to September 21 this year, and Jefferson-Wooden’s smile was still beaming, but the medal around her neck was glistening brighter than ever before.—
Amanda Davies,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
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Meg lived in a somewhat offbeat district, but the tall shabby houses, some of them painted in garish colours, were soon left behind and gave place to discreetly glistening cream or white facades behind one of which Leonora lived.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In Portland, warning indicators are flashing everywhere.—
Keith Wilson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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Troopers were investigating a report of a person lying in the right lane of traffic near a service truck parked on the shoulder with its hazard lights flashing, the release says.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Gleaming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gleaming. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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