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a sequined dress shimmering under the studio lights
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Recent Examples of shimmering
H.d. Angel, Pitchfork, 7 Jan. 2026
The shimmering Sun unites with sweet Venus in your 6th House of Health, guiding you to streamline tasks while encouraging your peers and treating your body well.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
In a series of photos shared by DeuxMoi, Swift can be seen speaking with rockstar Stevie Nicks while dressed in a shimmering golden dress that only abides by some of her usual requirements.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2026
Each oval nail has been painted in a shimmering, silvery-white, metallic base-coat polish, setting a festive tone all on its own.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 31 Dec. 2025
Golden follows suit, inspired by the shimmering element that often on trophies—just those her dad has won at the Super Bowl.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 29 Dec. 2025
Rewarded as Styles takes the stage wearing a shimmering golden two-piece, the crowd erupts in applause and cheers.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 27 Dec. 2025
Lopez, 56, posed in a shimmering maroon cleavage-bearing dress at the start of the video, before a sweeping clip of her living room, where a massive Christmas tree was decorated.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
The divers found a swath of ocean populated by weird and wild creatures, from delicate corals and shimmering worms to spiky sea slugs and hairy crabs.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
Kathryn Streeter, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
The black dress kept to the signature, body-hugging silhouette Jenner has come to love, with shimmering black sequin mesh that looked almost snake-like, and sheer embroidered side-paneling, delicate straps criss-crossing over the low back.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2026
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium until shimmering.
—Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Sparkling silver gemstones encrusted the entirety of the bodysuit, and the look was paired with a shimmering top hat to boot.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025
Unlike the vibrant rainbow tones of her manicure, her lips are a brown hue—though her eye shadow does seem to match the base polish, with its shimmering finish.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 31 Dec. 2025
This could, in turn, result in shimmering waves of green (and occasionally pink or red) rippling across the night sky just as 2026 arrives.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
Streets shut down as trumpets, tambourines, and drums echo through neighborhoods, while millions of people adorn themselves in shimmering color to celebrate for days.
—Aaron Randolph, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
The first biography of James Schuyler suggests that his tendency to withdraw was both a harbinger of his disabling mood disorder and the wellspring of his shimmering poetry.
—Langdon Hammer, The New York Review of Books, 30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
The most satisfying moments come when all the chaotic ephemera disperses to make space for shimmering, ambient chords.
—H.d. Angel, Pitchfork, 7 Jan. 2026
The shimmering Sun unites with sweet Venus in your 6th House of Health, guiding you to streamline tasks while encouraging your peers and treating your body well.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
In a series of photos shared by DeuxMoi, Swift can be seen speaking with rockstar Stevie Nicks while dressed in a shimmering golden dress that only abides by some of her usual requirements.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2026
Each oval nail has been painted in a shimmering, silvery-white, metallic base-coat polish, setting a festive tone all on its own.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 31 Dec. 2025
Golden follows suit, inspired by the shimmering element that often on trophies—just those her dad has won at the Super Bowl.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 29 Dec. 2025
Rewarded as Styles takes the stage wearing a shimmering golden two-piece, the crowd erupts in applause and cheers.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 27 Dec. 2025
Lopez, 56, posed in a shimmering maroon cleavage-bearing dress at the start of the video, before a sweeping clip of her living room, where a massive Christmas tree was decorated.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
The divers found a swath of ocean populated by weird and wild creatures, from delicate corals and shimmering worms to spiky sea slugs and hairy crabs.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
Verb
Cap off your evening back at the hotel with a nightcap by the pool surrounded by shimmering city lights.
—Kathryn Streeter, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
The black dress kept to the signature, body-hugging silhouette Jenner has come to love, with shimmering black sequin mesh that looked almost snake-like, and sheer embroidered side-paneling, delicate straps criss-crossing over the low back.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2026
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium until shimmering.
—Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Sparkling silver gemstones encrusted the entirety of the bodysuit, and the look was paired with a shimmering top hat to boot.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025
Unlike the vibrant rainbow tones of her manicure, her lips are a brown hue—though her eye shadow does seem to match the base polish, with its shimmering finish.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 31 Dec. 2025
This could, in turn, result in shimmering waves of green (and occasionally pink or red) rippling across the night sky just as 2026 arrives.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
Streets shut down as trumpets, tambourines, and drums echo through neighborhoods, while millions of people adorn themselves in shimmering color to celebrate for days.
—Aaron Randolph, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
The first biography of James Schuyler suggests that his tendency to withdraw was both a harbinger of his disabling mood disorder and the wellspring of his shimmering poetry.
—Langdon Hammer, The New York Review of Books, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shimmering
Adjective
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The glistening, glowy finish is what enhances your makeup’s longevity and keeps it locked in place for hours.—
Michelle Baricevic,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
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Everton’s glistening new stadium may come with a global beer sponsor, but their first game of the New Year there was utterly sobering.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Santostock Modern Gold Wall Sconces, Set of 2 With their gleaming hardware and cylindrical glass shades, these robust yet elegant sconces will transform your living space.—
Esme Benjamin,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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All rooms feel spacious and sleek, thanks to 12-foot ceilings, six-foot-high windows, custom lighting and furnishings, and gleaming wood finishes.—
Sandra Ramani,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Paralleling her design work was a glittering, thrillingly chaotic music career.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
26 Nov. 2025
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As for accessories, the Emmy Award-winning actress favored glittering statement earrings.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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At first glance, Glass Mountain looks out of place—an irregular, pale, 15-foot mound glinting in the sunlight, as if someone dumped a pile of shiny shards in the middle of the desert.—
Taryn Shorr-Mckee,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Dec. 2025
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And those iconic scenes of Brad Pitt casting his fishing line glinting in the sun?—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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At the 2025 Golden Globes, Cyrus leaned into the showgirl look in a black open-back Celine slip dress, which had cutouts all around the bodice with shimmery sequins and a plunging neckline.—
Elle Meier,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Chronology of Water director stepped out in New York City for an appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers wearing a shimmery see-through dress over black underwear, plus the White Sleeveless Margo tank from Leset ($78) in white.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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This step is important to remove all gunk and stuck-on food before moving on to conditioning and shining the surface, according to Stein.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Amélie Huynh, fragrance developer and CEO of D’Orsay, adds that aldehydes, which have a soapy, sparkling quality, are also present in many skin scents, in addition to creamy, low-profile vanilla and orange blossom notes.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
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Standouts include the Well Manoeuvred Monk (NA tequila, cucumber, mint, verjus, pineapple and sparkling water) and Tell Me Something Good (NA aperitif, prickly pear, coconut water, verjus and tonic).—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In terms of flashing skin and making sexy in again, Stone wasn't alone.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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The marquee sign would light up next to flashing lights, plus the claw itself.—
Anna Rahmanan,
thehustle.co,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Shimmering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shimmering. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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