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as in gleaming
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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
Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
And while local flavors shine, international cuisine is also making its mark, bringing world-class culinary experiences to Bodrum’s sparkling shores.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2026
From the sparkling shores of Fiji to Las Vegas rooftops, the stunning backdrops provide the perfect setting for every sweet and chaotic moment.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
While Prince William enjoys a pint of beer, his wife has a preference for sparkling wines.
—Mathilde Engelmann, Vanity Fair, 2 June 2026
Spindrift Sparkling Water Unlike many sparkling waters made with natural flavors alone, Spindrift contains real fruit juice, giving it a fresher and more vibrant taste shoppers love.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
In this style, the color is concentrated towards the end of the hair, adding just a touch of sparkling lightness.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 2 June 2026
One of six children, the then 16-year-old loved the annual trip to the Massachusetts island, a paradise full of sparkling water, jet-skis, and endless sun.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 1 June 2026
Carolina may have had an easier path to this point, but going 12-1 with those sparkling numbers helped this team glow up from a plus-62 Net Rating to start the playoffs to a plus-74.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
From there, fresh grapefruit juice in lieu of lime adds brightness, while mineral water or sparkling water keeps things light and refreshing.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
Opt for sparkling water instead.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
Bar manager Chad Matsen, formerly of March and Better Luck Tomorrow, built the menu around Campari, Cynar, amaretto, and the full Italian bitter-and-sparkling canon, but with enough warmth and flexibility that no one feels locked out.
—Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 June 2026
The open house featured two large cakes, a sandwich meal, and a sparkling beverage toast as part of the festivities.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
What moved me most in The Testaments was its cast of teenage girls — the Plums seemed to be sparkling, creative, impulsive, curious, deeply loyal, and ready to question the world around them.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 4 June 2026
Experts recommend using no-calorie sweeteners in moderation and swapping soda for sparkling water, unsweetened tea, or coconut water.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
The Diablos’ emergence showed with three sparkling defensive plays and a lead going into the bottom of the fifth inning.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 31 May 2026
Adjective
The park delivers high mountain peaks, massive valley glaciers, boreal forests and sparkling lakes, along with iconic northern wildlife and the cultural heritage of the Southern Tutchone people.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
And while local flavors shine, international cuisine is also making its mark, bringing world-class culinary experiences to Bodrum’s sparkling shores.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2026
From the sparkling shores of Fiji to Las Vegas rooftops, the stunning backdrops provide the perfect setting for every sweet and chaotic moment.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
While Prince William enjoys a pint of beer, his wife has a preference for sparkling wines.
—Mathilde Engelmann, Vanity Fair, 2 June 2026
Spindrift Sparkling Water Unlike many sparkling waters made with natural flavors alone, Spindrift contains real fruit juice, giving it a fresher and more vibrant taste shoppers love.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
In this style, the color is concentrated towards the end of the hair, adding just a touch of sparkling lightness.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 2 June 2026
One of six children, the then 16-year-old loved the annual trip to the Massachusetts island, a paradise full of sparkling water, jet-skis, and endless sun.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 1 June 2026
Carolina may have had an easier path to this point, but going 12-1 with those sparkling numbers helped this team glow up from a plus-62 Net Rating to start the playoffs to a plus-74.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Verb
Set on a plaza shaped like a massive record player, the sparkling glass pyramid of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame stands out in Cleveland’s industrial skyline.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
From there, fresh grapefruit juice in lieu of lime adds brightness, while mineral water or sparkling water keeps things light and refreshing.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
Opt for sparkling water instead.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
Bar manager Chad Matsen, formerly of March and Better Luck Tomorrow, built the menu around Campari, Cynar, amaretto, and the full Italian bitter-and-sparkling canon, but with enough warmth and flexibility that no one feels locked out.
—Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 June 2026
The open house featured two large cakes, a sandwich meal, and a sparkling beverage toast as part of the festivities.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
What moved me most in The Testaments was its cast of teenage girls — the Plums seemed to be sparkling, creative, impulsive, curious, deeply loyal, and ready to question the world around them.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 4 June 2026
Experts recommend using no-calorie sweeteners in moderation and swapping soda for sparkling water, unsweetened tea, or coconut water.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
The Diablos’ emergence showed with three sparkling defensive plays and a lead going into the bottom of the fifth inning.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparkling
Adjective
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And some of us know that a crisp, bubbly ginger ale is by far the best drink at 36,000 feet.—
Andrea Romano,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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Davies is older now, so perhaps that bubbly side will not return.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
3 June 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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Margaret, like Daniel, ends up on the lam, and Spielberg whisks the audience along for these two merry chases.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
9 June 2026
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Reddit threads and gossip pages are ablaze with speculation about who will get the invite, but Swift seems to be opting for a more-the-merrier approach.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
4 June 2026
Verb
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And for curls and coils, Carol’s Daughter has earned more than 12,000 glowing reviews—often in rotation in Vogue’s Kiana Murden’s regimen.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 June 2026
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On a recent night in Havana, as another blackout darkened much of the city, taxi driver Leonardo Daniel González steered a friend’s glowing purple 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster through the darkness.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Atop her head sat a glittering bridal tiara on loan from Pragnell, the jewelry designer behind her engagement ring from Phillips.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
8 June 2026
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One butcher joined the march with the longest carving fork Ursula had ever seen, twin tines glittering sharp overhead.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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The space itself is decked out with giant round light fixtures and orbs that are nearly effervescent, a fitting reflection of the bar's Champagne-forward drinks program.—
Tanya Edwards,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 June 2026
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Rio is complex and passionate, effervescent, and pulsating.—
Roberto Prieto,
Variety,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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The radiant limestone floors and brass accents make this retreat feel both elevated and intimate.—
Sophie Aliece Hollis,
Martha Stewart,
11 June 2026
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L’Oréal’s Lumi Glotion was also behind her radiant look for her 2023 Sports Illustrated cover shoot.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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The production’s hallmarks are the acting performances that are mostly quite strong, along with some scintillating technical aspects that affirm the show’s dystopian aims, unified smartly by Lisa Mallette’s active direction.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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The withholding in the scene and separation by a body of water makes their evident attraction even more scintillating.—
Sarah Wang,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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“Sparkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparkling. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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