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as in gleaming
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3
as in merry
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as in glowing
to give off sparks
while fireworks that sparkle may be entertaining to look at, they can be highly dangerous when used indoors
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as in glittering
to shoot forth bursts of light
the crystal sparkled in the sunlight
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Recent Examples of sparkling
Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
The worrying thing for England right now is that, just as Tuchel said, none of their attacking players apart from Kane are in sparkling form.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2026
The governor, who has largely enjoyed an untarnished image of good vibes and sparkling charisma, must now face a reality check.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2026
Max Fried permitted only three singles in seven sparkling innings, Giancarlo Stanton drove in two runs and the New York Yankees beat the Seattle Mariners 5-0 on Tuesday night.
—CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
In this dense, sparkling web of pipes, tanks, and cooling towers spread over 500 acres, natural gas drawn from around the US is chilled to roughly the surface temperature of the dark side of the moon, liquefied, and pumped into tankers that carry it to the global market.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The rich dark red gives a sparkling pastel green skirt a modern twist in the look above.
—Jana Ackermann, Glamour, 28 Mar. 2026
Your 3rd House of Communication takes center stage as the sparkling Sun conjoins law-minded Saturn there, rewarding open exchanges and thoughtful follow-through.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
Money and self-worth align as the sparkling Sun conjoins illusory Neptune in your 2nd House of Values, harmonizing imagination with practicality (especially regarding upcoming purchases or other investments).
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Shinery takes your jewelry from dirty and dull to sparkling and shining.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Among the sparkling gowns and bouffant wigs are a still-growing selection from Heklina’s own collection, donated in the past year by the performer’s close friend and executor Nancy French.
—Tony Bravo, San Francisco Chronicle, 3 Apr. 2026
Wessels catches gleams to follow not only in magical tales but in twinkling memories, sparkling wordplay, the films of silver-screen star Veronica Lake, and his charm of a daughter, the inspiration of a half-dozen poems that take their titles from spells.
—Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
Riedel’s elegant crystal decanter has a shape that’s as fluid as the liquid within, with a curvy silhouette that’s meant to hold white, red, or sparkling vino.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
From effortlessly cool Proenza Schouler to playful Tory Burch; from sparkling Prada to sultry lace Ulla Johnson, this dress code is all about matching the glittering lights of a high-energy metropolis after dark.
—Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Instead he was given an unlabeled bottle that announcers speculated was sparkling water.
—Sahil Kapur, NBC news, 29 Mar. 2026
One of the grandest areas is the lobby, with its sparkling chandeliers and sculpture-like armchairs.
—Tamara Hinson, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Back in September, Elizabeth made a sparkling entrance at the National Television Awards in London, England.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
The worrying thing for England right now is that, just as Tuchel said, none of their attacking players apart from Kane are in sparkling form.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2026
The governor, who has largely enjoyed an untarnished image of good vibes and sparkling charisma, must now face a reality check.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2026
Max Fried permitted only three singles in seven sparkling innings, Giancarlo Stanton drove in two runs and the New York Yankees beat the Seattle Mariners 5-0 on Tuesday night.
—CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
In this dense, sparkling web of pipes, tanks, and cooling towers spread over 500 acres, natural gas drawn from around the US is chilled to roughly the surface temperature of the dark side of the moon, liquefied, and pumped into tankers that carry it to the global market.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The rich dark red gives a sparkling pastel green skirt a modern twist in the look above.
—Jana Ackermann, Glamour, 28 Mar. 2026
Your 3rd House of Communication takes center stage as the sparkling Sun conjoins law-minded Saturn there, rewarding open exchanges and thoughtful follow-through.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
Money and self-worth align as the sparkling Sun conjoins illusory Neptune in your 2nd House of Values, harmonizing imagination with practicality (especially regarding upcoming purchases or other investments).
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
Verb
The sparkling Sun in your 9th House of Exploration squares cheery Jupiter in your 12th House of Rest, pitting adventure against recovery.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Shinery takes your jewelry from dirty and dull to sparkling and shining.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Among the sparkling gowns and bouffant wigs are a still-growing selection from Heklina’s own collection, donated in the past year by the performer’s close friend and executor Nancy French.
—Tony Bravo, San Francisco Chronicle, 3 Apr. 2026
Wessels catches gleams to follow not only in magical tales but in twinkling memories, sparkling wordplay, the films of silver-screen star Veronica Lake, and his charm of a daughter, the inspiration of a half-dozen poems that take their titles from spells.
—Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
Riedel’s elegant crystal decanter has a shape that’s as fluid as the liquid within, with a curvy silhouette that’s meant to hold white, red, or sparkling vino.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
From effortlessly cool Proenza Schouler to playful Tory Burch; from sparkling Prada to sultry lace Ulla Johnson, this dress code is all about matching the glittering lights of a high-energy metropolis after dark.
—Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Instead he was given an unlabeled bottle that announcers speculated was sparkling water.
—Sahil Kapur, NBC news, 29 Mar. 2026
One of the grandest areas is the lobby, with its sparkling chandeliers and sculpture-like armchairs.
—Tamara Hinson, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparkling
Adjective
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In the evenings, couples make googly eyes over bubbly crust pizzas the size of truck tires.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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Cook until bottoms are set and tops are bubbly, about 3 minutes.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
10 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Petrie, Doz and Morrow play multiple roles, including a gossipy Greek chorus and the band of merry fisherman (truly an astonishing array of Canadian accent work on display).—
Katie Walsh,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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These are the chapters that feature the merry trickster of the forest, Tom Bombadil, a classic fiddle-dee-dee-mischief type who waylays the hobbits at the onset of their quest.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Images taken from inside the Orion capsule have shifted from solely highlighting the glowing spectacle of Earth as seen from a cosmic perspective to refocusing on the moon as the mission draws closer to the silvery orb.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, some of the survey’s 100 multiple-choice questions gave city officials a different not-so-glowing look at operations within the police department.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Besides carnivorous snake-trees, majestic candlehawks, and various glittering quasi-insects, the Scythian biome includes a species called the basket-men, who look like a cross between great apes and praying mantises.—
Stephanie Burt,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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From the dramatic open-air lobby, a series of pools cascades, domino-like, down to the glittering Sea of Cortez.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Sipwell Rock Steady Winemakers use Champagne-method conditioning to produce delicate carbonation in this effervescent rosé made from pinot noir grapes organically grown in California’s Sonoma Coast.—
Kate Bernot,
Outside,
30 Mar. 2026
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Bone offers a quiet and mineral calm while Fermented Fizz lifts the palette with an effervescent, tangy green.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Together, the trio leaves both your face and neck with a radiant glow without the need for a laundry list of other products.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Extra Virgin Hydrating Face Oil is a lightweight yet deeply moisturizing option for the face, neck and hands, helping promote a fresh, radiant appearance without clogging pores.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Good idea, too, after the absolutely scintillating back-and-forth, forth-and-back spectacle Friday night at Viejas Arena.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Curt Casali was behind the plate for Santos’ scintillating first appearance, but Buster Posey, the Giants’ current president of baseball operations, caught his other two outings that season.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Sparkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparkling. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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