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as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light
the lustrous finish on the satin bedspread adds to the feeling of luxury
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as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
lustrous silver jewelry adorned her neck
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Recent Examples of lustrous
The Reid Four-Light Lantern Pendant is the perfect pendant light for vaulted ceilings with its streamlined geometric silhouette, gleaming glass panels, and lustrous metal frame.
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Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
The play’s sound (Carolyn Downing) is rich and lustrous throughout, notable showcasing the Indian musical cadences (Andrew T. Mackay is the composer) that propel early scenes.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 5 June 2025
Her look consisted of a velvety column skirt with a blue floral blossom design against a white backdrop; the garment was finished with long and lustrous gold fringe at the bottom.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 2 June 2025
Beyond making your strands look more lustrous, this spray-on oil styling mask has a baobab oil-protein technology that rebuild bonds and seals the hair cuticle.
—Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 28 May 2025
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Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
The play’s sound (Carolyn Downing) is rich and lustrous throughout, notable showcasing the Indian musical cadences (Andrew T. Mackay is the composer) that propel early scenes.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 5 June 2025
Her look consisted of a velvety column skirt with a blue floral blossom design against a white backdrop; the garment was finished with long and lustrous gold fringe at the bottom.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 2 June 2025
Beyond making your strands look more lustrous, this spray-on oil styling mask has a baobab oil-protein technology that rebuild bonds and seals the hair cuticle.
—Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lustrous
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No white cast, no excessive rubbing—just luminous skin that’s shielded by SPF45 protection.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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Ali had ceased looking towards the horizon long before the luminous blue of it became a mock memory.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 July 2025
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This is a more desperate firefight than a polished enemy dispatch.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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One essay felt stitched together from two minds—half of it was polished and rote, the other intimate and unfiltered.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
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The Fourth of July, also referred to as Independence Day, has been celebrated across the United States since 1776 — and nearly 250 years later, big cities, small towns, counties and states alike continue to cap off the night with dazzling displays of fireworks.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
4 July 2025
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Music City is gearing up to celebrate Independence Day with another dazzling fireworks display and concert.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
4 July 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
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Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Fox’s lips were painted in a gray-nude glossy shade, a neutral choice to complement her pale, even-toned base.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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The New York Post covered the killer’s trial gavel to gavel, while glossy magazines wrote about how not to let this happen to you.—
Mary Jane Gibson,
Rolling Stone,
29 June 2025
Adjective
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The incoming and outgoing CEOs both had glowing words for each other on Tuesday.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
18 June 2025
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Keeping skin soft, smooth, glowing—and protected against UV rays—should be at the top of your summer priority list.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
16 June 2025
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Amazon $79 Nothing Nothing's Ear (a) (8/10, WIRED Recommends) deliver AirPods Pro-like sound in fun Pikachu-yellow with comfy silicone tips, plus a sleek charging case rarely seen at this price.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
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Best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale accessory deals Some pretty wild things are going on over in the accessories department, where high-summer necessities like city bags and sleek sunglasses are up to 45% off.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
8 July 2025
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These coddling treatments help get your hair looking frizz-free and shiny with minimal effort.—
Elizabeth Siegel,
Allure,
1 July 2025
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Infused with pomegranate extract sourced from YSL’s very own gardens in Morocco, the nourishing formula softens strands, leaving them extra silky and shiny.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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“Lustrous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lustrous. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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