2
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
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
Even with years of grime, there's still hope for getting a sparkling dishwasher.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025
The scavenger hunt will send guests searching across the resort to uncover sparkling decorations for Snoopy’s iconic red house.
—Caché McClay, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Nov. 2025
Cannabis beverages — sparkling, citrusy, slightly herbaceous and increasingly easy to find on menus in Charlotte — are quietly changing the way people unwind.
—Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Boasting Glinda's signature pink, this fizzy refresher features strawberry, dragonfruit, and blueberry flavors brought to life with sparkling water.
—Maddie Topliff, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2025
The holiday collection also features As ever's first sparkling wine, a Brut sourced from Napa Valley, a few hours north of her and Harry's Montecito home.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
When the space transformed into a bottle shop during the COVID-19 pandemic, guests would collar sparkling wine or pét-nats well before the average diner became fluent in natural wines, understanding that skin contact means more than brushing up against your neighbor at the bar.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 31 Oct. 2025
This is where Trentodoc, a crisp, bright sparkling wine made with grapes indigenous to the mountains, has been produced for more than a century.
—Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2025
Her eyes were sparkling with the fun of it all.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
Baking soda, a few drops of essential oils (like lavender, rosemary, or citrus), and a bit of dish soap can leave your sink sparkling and smelling perfectly fresh.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
Recently, Overbey saved money stocking up on organic chocolate bars and sparkling waters while shopping on an overstock site.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Bubbles make almost every drink better (especially a bottle of bad rosé), and the Breville InFizz Fusion is a stylish, all-purpose sparkling beverage maker that will carbonate so much more than just water.
—Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
The eatery specializes in pintxos, the Basque equivalent of tapas, and serves up charcuterie, paellas and dishes meant to be shared, paired with inventive cocktails and wine from all over Basque country, from riojas to sparkling txakolina.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Oct. 2025
The demo is a slice of the The Silent Cartographer level, and as the Pelican ship swoops in over the sparkling waters of Alpha Halo to drop Master Chief off on a beach, the graphical fidelity is almost astounding.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2025
Stone’s dress is mostly sheer, with decorative silver boning running from bust to hem, and sparkling spaghetti straps.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
The Sculptural Waves Diamond Wedding Ring in 14K Rose Gold, for instance, takes advantage of bezel detailing as a way to accentuate its sparkling diamonds and add even more modernity to the mix.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
Even with years of grime, there's still hope for getting a sparkling dishwasher.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025
The scavenger hunt will send guests searching across the resort to uncover sparkling decorations for Snoopy’s iconic red house.
—Caché McClay, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Nov. 2025
Cannabis beverages — sparkling, citrusy, slightly herbaceous and increasingly easy to find on menus in Charlotte — are quietly changing the way people unwind.
—Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Boasting Glinda's signature pink, this fizzy refresher features strawberry, dragonfruit, and blueberry flavors brought to life with sparkling water.
—Maddie Topliff, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2025
The holiday collection also features As ever's first sparkling wine, a Brut sourced from Napa Valley, a few hours north of her and Harry's Montecito home.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
When the space transformed into a bottle shop during the COVID-19 pandemic, guests would collar sparkling wine or pét-nats well before the average diner became fluent in natural wines, understanding that skin contact means more than brushing up against your neighbor at the bar.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 31 Oct. 2025
This is where Trentodoc, a crisp, bright sparkling wine made with grapes indigenous to the mountains, has been produced for more than a century.
—Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
Adult tickets for the Saturday Starlight Tour are $139 and include a complimentary charcuterie box, bottled water, and a glass of champagne or sparkling cider.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2025
Her eyes were sparkling with the fun of it all.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
Baking soda, a few drops of essential oils (like lavender, rosemary, or citrus), and a bit of dish soap can leave your sink sparkling and smelling perfectly fresh.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
Recently, Overbey saved money stocking up on organic chocolate bars and sparkling waters while shopping on an overstock site.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Bubbles make almost every drink better (especially a bottle of bad rosé), and the Breville InFizz Fusion is a stylish, all-purpose sparkling beverage maker that will carbonate so much more than just water.
—Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
The eatery specializes in pintxos, the Basque equivalent of tapas, and serves up charcuterie, paellas and dishes meant to be shared, paired with inventive cocktails and wine from all over Basque country, from riojas to sparkling txakolina.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Oct. 2025
The demo is a slice of the The Silent Cartographer level, and as the Pelican ship swoops in over the sparkling waters of Alpha Halo to drop Master Chief off on a beach, the graphical fidelity is almost astounding.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2025
Stone’s dress is mostly sheer, with decorative silver boning running from bust to hem, and sparkling spaghetti straps.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparkling
Adjective
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For the bubbly Glindas of the world, the Wicked Pink Refresher will be right up your alley.—
Maddie Topliff,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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For her part, BunnaB, beloved for her infectious, near-constant laughs, has separated herself from this ascendant pack by infusing her bubbly disposition, girl’s girl attitude, unfettered authenticity — and the unmistakable gravity of earning a second shot.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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But don’t let the tragic tale color your impression of the Park; during the holidays its annual Christmas at the Falls event transforms the area into one of the merriest and brightest spots around.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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To usher in the return of all things merry and bright, Dunkin' is integrating a handful of new items to its holiday menu.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Charged particles from the sun interact with gases in the Earth’s atmosphere, causing stunning northern lights, or glowing curtains of green, red and purple light that ripple across the sky.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
12 Nov. 2025
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Traverse down glowing light tunnels to synchronized Christmas music.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
12 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Our limo arrived at the hotel in a gleaming streak of silver gorgeousness.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Besides the gleaming blue hull, the 60-footer has an open layout that encourages sociability while promoting privacy in areas like the sunbed at the stern or foredeck lounge.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Asked for just a few nice lines about the director for IndieWire, OutFest Next’s top trio of tastemakers — Sheryl Santacruz, Daniel Cooke, and Gabi Grossman, all familiar festival circuit faces with real warmth behind them — sent an effervescent text wall of sincere and complex praise via email.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
11 Nov. 2025
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The buoyant spirit is also aided by Karla Grotting’s effervescent choreography, the Seuss-faithful designs of Tom Butsch and David Kay Mickelsen, and a nine-piece pit orchestra that enhances the moods with some effective musical underpinning beneath the dialogue.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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This bright foliage is set against darker green interior leaves for radiant contrast.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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More than a decade later, LaWanda commands the stage at the House of Blues Anaheim as the radiant host of Bitchiest Brunch, the long-running Palm Springs drag show that recently brought its glittering spectacle and message of resilience to Orange County.—
Holly Alvarado,
Oc Register,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Curry scored a scintillating 35 points after scoring 42 the day before, but the rest of a mix-and-match Warriors lineup looked flat by comparison.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
25 Oct. 2025
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Back-to-back losses, the second being a scintillating unanimous-decision loss on short notice to Amanda Lemos at UFC 298 in February 2024 at Honda Center that came with a $50,000 Fight of the Night bonus, set Dern on a straighter path and a reunion with Parillo.—
Brian Martin,
Oc Register,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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From coast to coast, sea to shining sea.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Saturn will be visible shining as a bright evening star to the right of the moon towards the south at sunset, while Jupiter will rise to the lower left of the moon in the east a few hours later, shining below the bright stars Castor and Pollux in the constellation Gemini.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Sparkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparkling. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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