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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
Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Last year, Vaccarello and Michaux purchased a house on a Brentwood hillside, a floating glass box with views spanning from the sparkling lights of downtown all the way to the Pacific, designed by the midcentury master Craig Ellwood.
—Rob Haskell, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
The site’s volcanic soil and rolling vineyards have supported winemaking since before the Hungarian Conquest in the 9th/10th centuries, and today, the region is celebrated for its dry white and sparkling wines alongside its renowned Tokaji Aszú dessert.
—New Atlas, 19 Oct. 2025
Use the Wolfgangseer Advent ferry service to Christmas market-hopping and take in a beautiful panorama of sparkling lights reflected in Lake Wolfgang.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 18 Oct. 2025
The folk vampire is not a suave dinner-jacket-wearing seducer, nor a sparkling, brooding hero.
—Robert Eggers, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2025
The sparkling version, a first of its kind, fills a gap in the coconut water market.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Attendees are offered complimentary sparkling water or wine.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2025
Spraying it on has the same bracing quality as taking a sip of ice-cold sparkling water.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2025
Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Along with Park City and SLC celebrations of Redford’s life and work, like a screening of 1969 ski movie Downhill Racer, the January 22–February 1, 2026 SFF will fill its usual more low key second week with sparkling new digital restorations and accompanying panels of alums.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
It’s located right on Palm Beach in the northwest corner of the island and a short drive from Eagle Beach, with its powdery white sand and sparkling turquoise waters.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 20 Oct. 2025
Co-founded in 2004 by Vanessa Branson (sister to Richard Branson) and business partner Howell James, El Fenn, with its over-the-top rooms, sparkling pools, and signature red-and-white umbrellas, might be one of the most Instagrammed hotels in the world.
—Elizabeth Cantrell, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025
As much as Lugosi’s impact hijacked Stoker and will always be the visual shorthand for Dracula, there has continued to be room for Anne Rice, Blade, and even Stephenie Meyer’s sparkling vampire Edward Cullen.
—Robert Eggers, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2025
Blerta also shared three solo photos on her own Instagram page, including a close-up photo of her sparkling engagement ring.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
Keaton, known for her wit, humor and sparkling charm, was a longtime Hollywood star with a career spanning six decades.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 12 Oct. 2025
An amazing new video shows flashes of sunlight sparkling off a batch of SpaceX satellites, with a green aurora glowing just below.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 10 Oct. 2025
Verb
Now, after 10 up-and-down seasons in the majors, with one sparkling year on his resume, Weaver is getting set to hit free agency.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Last year, Vaccarello and Michaux purchased a house on a Brentwood hillside, a floating glass box with views spanning from the sparkling lights of downtown all the way to the Pacific, designed by the midcentury master Craig Ellwood.
—Rob Haskell, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
The site’s volcanic soil and rolling vineyards have supported winemaking since before the Hungarian Conquest in the 9th/10th centuries, and today, the region is celebrated for its dry white and sparkling wines alongside its renowned Tokaji Aszú dessert.
—New Atlas, 19 Oct. 2025
Use the Wolfgangseer Advent ferry service to Christmas market-hopping and take in a beautiful panorama of sparkling lights reflected in Lake Wolfgang.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 18 Oct. 2025
The folk vampire is not a suave dinner-jacket-wearing seducer, nor a sparkling, brooding hero.
—Robert Eggers, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2025
The sparkling version, a first of its kind, fills a gap in the coconut water market.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Attendees are offered complimentary sparkling water or wine.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2025
Spraying it on has the same bracing quality as taking a sip of ice-cold sparkling water.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
But its 2019 refresh solidified its spot by proving that relaxing a bit — while maintaining its sparkling service and elevated dishes — doesn't mean sacrificing a sterling reputation.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Along with Park City and SLC celebrations of Redford’s life and work, like a screening of 1969 ski movie Downhill Racer, the January 22–February 1, 2026 SFF will fill its usual more low key second week with sparkling new digital restorations and accompanying panels of alums.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
It’s located right on Palm Beach in the northwest corner of the island and a short drive from Eagle Beach, with its powdery white sand and sparkling turquoise waters.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 20 Oct. 2025
Co-founded in 2004 by Vanessa Branson (sister to Richard Branson) and business partner Howell James, El Fenn, with its over-the-top rooms, sparkling pools, and signature red-and-white umbrellas, might be one of the most Instagrammed hotels in the world.
—Elizabeth Cantrell, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025
As much as Lugosi’s impact hijacked Stoker and will always be the visual shorthand for Dracula, there has continued to be room for Anne Rice, Blade, and even Stephenie Meyer’s sparkling vampire Edward Cullen.
—Robert Eggers, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2025
Blerta also shared three solo photos on her own Instagram page, including a close-up photo of her sparkling engagement ring.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
Keaton, known for her wit, humor and sparkling charm, was a longtime Hollywood star with a career spanning six decades.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 12 Oct. 2025
An amazing new video shows flashes of sunlight sparkling off a batch of SpaceX satellites, with a green aurora glowing just below.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparkling
Verb
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Isaiah Rodgers, who played for the Eagles in 2024 and has been becoming a star this season with the Vikings, offered some glowing praise for the Philadelphia star.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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The meteors, known for their brightness and speed, travel at about 41 miles per second into Earth's atmosphere and can leave glowing trains, or incandescent bits of debris following the meteor, that last for several seconds to minutes.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
20 Oct. 2025
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Ban designed the kitchen with gleaming white Corian countertops and a sculptural central island, while a den just off the kitchen can double as a fourth bedroom, hidden behind a wall of telescoping panels.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
24 Oct. 2025
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Even from a boat, the gleaming white of bleached and dead corals glowed from beneath the surface.—
Alex Harris,
Miami Herald,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Toss everything together in the cooker and cook on LOW until the mixture is bubbly, 2 to 3 hours.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
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The bubbly beverages come in flavors like grapefruit-rosemary and lemon-lavender.—
Sara Hansen,
Denver Post,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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While black, brass, and matte finishes have dominated interiors in recent years, chrome is making a radiant return in 2025.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Oct. 2025
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It’s designed to be applied as a radiant base for makeup or for solo wear.—
Tatayana Yomary,
Essence,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Surprises are part and parcel of a horror movie, but more as jump scares or scary reveals or whatever, not a merry jaunt around another plot thread.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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In the weeks that followed, the secretary also removed every member of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) vaccine advisory committee, replacing them with a merry band of loyalists and skeptics.—
Eli Cahan,
Rolling Stone,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Her mission is to be an example of overcoming adversity, reminding the world that true success comes from working with love, respect, and shining without dimming the light of others.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.—
Sofi Zeman,
Kansas City Star,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Winfrey opted for shimmering jewels to accessorize her attire, wearing a glittering cocktail ring and a pair of coordinated earrings.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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Taiwan’s island of Kinmen lies 3 miles from China’s port city of Xiamen, whose glittering skyscrapers loom through the sea fog.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The effervescent Milford landed one of Coming Home’s four acting Oscar nominations, with Fonda and Jon Voight winning the best actress and best actor prizes and Bruce Dern getting nominated for his supporting turn.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Oct. 2025
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Capturing this slippery essence is at the heart of the effervescent landscapes of Nicole Wittenberg.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
15 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Sparkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparkling. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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