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scintillation

noun

Definition of scintillation

as in fluorescence

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Recent Examples of scintillation While the team did not identify a repeating pattern in the scintillation changes, the study notes future observing campaigns lasting longer than a year could further refine predictions and improve corrections for interstellar distortion. — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 Jan. 2026 For example, the military's ultra-hardened Advanced Extremely High Frequency satellites in geosynchronous orbit are designed to operate through an electromagnetic pulse and nuclear scintillation. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025 These are stones that demonstrate exceptional light return, fire, scintillation, balanced symmetry and minimal light leakage, along with ideal shape outline. — Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025 For me, the apotheosis of grandeur and scintillation was Northbrook Court in the 1980s. — David Petitti, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025 That is, when the numerical weather predictions matched the actual weather, the scintillation predictions also correctly matched the observed fading of the optical link. — IEEE Spectrum, 30 Jan. 2025

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Noun

While that sounds much more intuitive, a technique called X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy reveals that what’s on the surface might not be the whole story.

— Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
Also indicative of a dense shroud of gas were signs of fluorescence and helium-absorbing radiation.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 10 June 2026

Definition of fluorescence

Noun

Her exhibit design vision, envisaged in partnership with partner Paul Cournet and his studio Cloud, incorporated luminescence and hues that radiated from the gems, dictating the color palette of purple, green, yellow and pink.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 25 June 2026
In a new study published in PLOS, researchers analyzed 161 fossils with a new rapid and non-destructive protocol, based on stimulating the bone remains with an external energy source, called luminescence.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026

Definition of luminescence

Noun

The cream has a tropical scent of vanilla and pistachio and even comes with a bit of shimmer in it.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
Her eyes also boasted their usual liquid black wing with a metallic shimmer on the lids and a Gothic charcoal hue buffed in her waterline.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

Definition of shimmer

Noun

With binoculars in hand, linger a little longer among the Pleiades and the nearby celestial jewels—an ancient sparkle waiting quietly above the waking world.

— Joe Rao, Space.com, 10 July 2026
Cat-eye polishes capture the same effervescent sparkle as a spritz, whether your drink of choice is a Hugo spritz, Aperol spritz, or a refreshing N/A option.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 5 July 2026

Definition of sparkle

Noun

This glowing take on guava nails features green polish with a pink cat-eye glint.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 June 2026
They were joined by a growing number of international rescue teams who began to climb through the rubble, offering a small glint of hope to anguished families.

— Regina Cano Garcia, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026

Definition of glint

Noun

This sentiment was clearly shared by my favorite style icon, Carrie Bradshaw, whose wardrobe was overflowing with sequins, glitter, and color.

— Emma Bocchi, Glamour, 11 July 2026
Jennifer Lopez and her sister Lynda Lopez glitter in colorful gowns during Paris Fashion Week on July 9.

— Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026

Definition of glitter

Noun

Sunglasses for your little one can protect their eyes and reduce glare—just make sure that the label states that the lenses block at least 99% of ultraviolet (UVA and UVB) radiation.

— Nancy Mattia, Parents, 8 July 2026
In the glare of the intense summer sun, the Indian Pacific had a reflective, chromatic glow.

— Justin Meneguzzi, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

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