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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

Many pigments available to ancient Egyptian artists have elemental markers detectable by X-ray fluorescence imaging.

— Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026
X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy scans identified the chemical elements that make up the painting, including lead.

— Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of fluorescence

Noun

Studying the effects of this fluctuating luminescence on interpreting gesture may tell us whether speech has significant benefits around an evening campfire.

— Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
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

Definition of luminescence

Noun

The shimmer of the dress was complemented by Johnson’s jewelry pieces, which included earrings, a ring and necklace courtesy of Roberto Coin, for whom Johnson serves as a global brand ambassador.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Shop it on Amazon to get in the sweater-weather mood, and scroll through to shop more of my Phlur favorites, including the decadent Heavy Cream Body Mist and the vacay-ready body oil with glow-boosting shimmer.

— Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of shimmer

Noun

The actress, who had her first child with husband Josh Allen in early April, went minimalist with her jewelry, keeping the sparkle and shine of her look the focus.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Emma Bunton Presenter Emma Bunton spiced up the carpet in a black ensemble with a subtle sparkle from Annie’s Ibiza plus bangles and platform pumps.

— Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of sparkle

Noun

And because water and most other liquids can’t persist on a planet’s surface without an insulating blanket of air, seeing such a glint could signal the presence of an atmosphere as well.

— Phil Plait, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2026
Now that the greige days are finally behind us, a glint of sparkle truly delights.

— Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of glint

Noun

The vine features black leaves, twigs, and twinkle lights that add a touch of Victorian gothic charm to any display.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2026
The cups on display, with sleek forms and graphic twinkles, immediately felt relatable yet also transcendent, the boundary between life and art blissfully obliterated.

— Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of twinkle

Noun

The translucent pink toys contain glitter and water beads and have cartoon faces.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026
After that comes the decision to add finishes like frost, shimmer or glitter, as well as scents like vanilla, pink champagne and seasonal scents like chai tea and caramel.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of glitter

Noun

Except in large telescopes, the satellites might be lost in the glare of the bright lunar crescent just prior to disappearing behind the moon, but their emergence from behind the Moon's dark side should be especially dramatic.

— Joe Rao, Space.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Even in blazing sunlight, the screen cuts right through the glare without washing out.

— Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026

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