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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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as in gleaming
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as in merry
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Recent Examples of sparkling
Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Classic and seasonal cocktails will be available, including Berry Bliss (vodka, blackberry basil simple, lemon and sparkling wine), Gin Flowers (gin, vodka, Lillet, elderflower and grapefruit) and Sunset Pome (bourbon, pomegranate, lemon and honey simple).
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2025
Newer wineries such as Carboy, Sauvage Spectrum and The Storm Cellar have also illuminated the industry, making sparkling wines and other products aimed at winning over non-connoisseurs.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 16 Sep. 2025
The book deftly balances a sparkling romance with a layered exploration of family, history and community.
—Jamie Harrow, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
The Alchemist is more of a place to pick up beer to go but stop by and try Heady Topper on cask, a British version of dispense that serves Topper at cellar temp (around 55 degrees) and with a lighter semi-sparkling carbonation.
—Em Sauter, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Elsewhere, she’s opted for sequin sea blue Balenciaga, and chose a sparkling structural Alexander McQueen gown for last year’s BAFTAs.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2025
Reflect, realign and journal among the stacks in this one-hour restorative session followed by a mimosa (or non-alcoholic sparkling beverage) toast and private access to Book Society.
—American Booksellers Association, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Add it to plain sparkling water for a tasty, refreshing, hydrating boost.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 11 Sep. 2025
Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Allow the racks to soak for a few minutes before taking a brush or sponge and working in the cleaner until your racks are sparkling clean.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
The sad truth is that even the sparkling Lizzie Bennet struck many of Jane Austen’s early readers as offensively uppity.
—Lucy Worsley
september 16, Literary Hub, 16 Sep. 2025
The backless jumpsuit also featured a sparkling black bow at the center of her waist.
—Laney Crawley, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Both the Moon and lucky Jupiter are in CANCER, and Venus is sparkling in your Money House.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
Zero Proof package includes zero-proof cocktails, alcohol-free sparkling wine and beer, sodas, juices, still and sparkling bottled water, specialty coffees, milkshakes and more.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Like sparkling citrus that feels like late-summer light, warm vanilla and orchard tones for autumn’s cozy neutrals, and playful gourmand notes that give glossy, indulgent energy.
—Allure Editors, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025
Laura Burdese, deputy CEO, Bulgari A bubbly personality and sparkling energy coupled with sharp business acumen define Burdese, who makes a case of the (too) few women executives sitting at the top of international luxury companies.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
The Chanel Chance Eau Tendre Body Oil features the same sparkling grapefruit-quince accord and gentle base of jasmine and white musk.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Classic and seasonal cocktails will be available, including Berry Bliss (vodka, blackberry basil simple, lemon and sparkling wine), Gin Flowers (gin, vodka, Lillet, elderflower and grapefruit) and Sunset Pome (bourbon, pomegranate, lemon and honey simple).
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2025
Newer wineries such as Carboy, Sauvage Spectrum and The Storm Cellar have also illuminated the industry, making sparkling wines and other products aimed at winning over non-connoisseurs.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 16 Sep. 2025
The book deftly balances a sparkling romance with a layered exploration of family, history and community.
—Jamie Harrow, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
The Alchemist is more of a place to pick up beer to go but stop by and try Heady Topper on cask, a British version of dispense that serves Topper at cellar temp (around 55 degrees) and with a lighter semi-sparkling carbonation.
—Em Sauter, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Elsewhere, she’s opted for sequin sea blue Balenciaga, and chose a sparkling structural Alexander McQueen gown for last year’s BAFTAs.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2025
Reflect, realign and journal among the stacks in this one-hour restorative session followed by a mimosa (or non-alcoholic sparkling beverage) toast and private access to Book Society.
—American Booksellers Association, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Add it to plain sparkling water for a tasty, refreshing, hydrating boost.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Moving from depressing, poorly maintained facilities to sparkling new designs that excite passengers.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Allow the racks to soak for a few minutes before taking a brush or sponge and working in the cleaner until your racks are sparkling clean.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
The sad truth is that even the sparkling Lizzie Bennet struck many of Jane Austen’s early readers as offensively uppity.
—Lucy Worsley
september 16, Literary Hub, 16 Sep. 2025
The backless jumpsuit also featured a sparkling black bow at the center of her waist.
—Laney Crawley, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Both the Moon and lucky Jupiter are in CANCER, and Venus is sparkling in your Money House.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
Zero Proof package includes zero-proof cocktails, alcohol-free sparkling wine and beer, sodas, juices, still and sparkling bottled water, specialty coffees, milkshakes and more.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Like sparkling citrus that feels like late-summer light, warm vanilla and orchard tones for autumn’s cozy neutrals, and playful gourmand notes that give glossy, indulgent energy.
—Allure Editors, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025
Laura Burdese, deputy CEO, Bulgari A bubbly personality and sparkling energy coupled with sharp business acumen define Burdese, who makes a case of the (too) few women executives sitting at the top of international luxury companies.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparkling
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Inside, the minimalist lobby doubles as a gallery, and the in-house restaurant, The Hive, is dripping with sculptures of glowing honeycombs, kudzu vines, and swarms of bees.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
15 Sep. 2025
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The mural, which took nearly three years to complete, features glowing, starry skies punctuated by larger-than-life characters and magical landscapes that don’t exist in our realm.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
AFAR Media,
15 Sep. 2025
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For decades, wealthy Gulf Arab states cast themselves as oases of stability in a region mired in conflict, building gleaming capitals with fast-growing economies powered by by millions of foreign workers drawn to economic opportunity and a tax-free lifestyle.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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Stewart wore a pinkish brown tweed jacket with a double-breasted silhouette, peaked lapels, structured shoulders with shoulder pads, and gleaming golden buttons.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Unsurprisingly, Kreisler couldn’t contain her bubbly personality that radio listeners grew to love over her decades on KLOK and KBAY.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Laura Burdese, deputy CEO, Bulgari A bubbly personality and sparkling energy coupled with sharp business acumen define Burdese, who makes a case of the (too) few women executives sitting at the top of international luxury companies.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This liquid exfoliating treatment is powered by extracts from 100,000 apple stem cells to visibly refine pores and smooth skin texture, achieving a radiant, just-polished look.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
12 Sep. 2025
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Today, makeup trends are decidedly more radiant, with juicy lip stains leading the charge—offering the allure of a glossy finish, paired with the long-lasting wear of a tint.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In Don’t Get High, an alpha dork and her merry gang of dweebs start an anti-drug group at their high school to make friends and influence people.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
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From a massive 9-foot fir to a charming 3-foot tabletop tree, score up to 58% off a one-time buy that’ll last for years of merry memories.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Carter Jensen has bright future in KC Jensen was the shining light Tuesday night.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
17 Sep. 2025
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Fines for shining a laser at an aircraft are up to $32,000.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Paneled in fragrant Japanese wood, the city’s largest hotel spa provides a stunning view of downtown’s glittering skyline.—
Terry Elward,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The Glacier Palace is a frozen wonderland of glittering ice tunnels, intricate sculptures, and even an ice slide.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In 1951, the effervescent Crowley starred as a spoiled teenager on the ABC Saturday afternoon show A Date With Judy, which had been a popular radio program and then a 1948 movie that starred Jane Powell.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Sep. 2025
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In another, Weaver and his team ferment orange blossom honey, transforming it into something tangy, sweet, and just slightly effervescent.—
Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Sparkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparkling. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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