2
as in gleaming
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3
as in merry
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1
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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2
as in glittering
to shoot forth bursts of light
the crystal sparkled in the sunlight
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Recent Examples of sparkling
Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
Standouts include the Well Manoeuvred Monk (NA tequila, cucumber, mint, verjus, pineapple and sparkling water) and Tell Me Something Good (NA aperitif, prickly pear, coconut water, verjus and tonic).
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 6 Jan. 2026
In another shot, Cerny and Bartl held hands and offered a closer look at her sparkling ring.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Le Constellation, a bar in the resort town of Crans-Montana, Switzerland, posted the video on YouTube showing waitresses in helmets moving through the dark, crowded club carrying bottles topped with sparkling candles.
—Emma Bussey , Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 2 Jan. 2026
Fizz Champagne & Bubbles Bar offers seven drink options for happy hour, including French sparkling blanc de blanc, pinot noir, sauvignon blanc and chardonnay.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
january 2, Sacbee.com, 2 Jan. 2026
In a world of a million water options—sparkling, flavored, and about a zillion combinations of the two—my husband and I have a special place in our hearts (and our refrigerator) for coconut water.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2026
Everything is immaculately landscaped, with views pulling your gaze to water on both sides of the islet–a sparkling sapphire and turquoise canvas that morphs and deepens in tone throughout the day.
—Terry Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
The Wisconsin county chose a sparkling cherry to welcome in the new year as a way to boost travel in the winter season and also create a celebration with locals, Ellie Soderberg-Guger of the Sister Bay Information Center told USA TODAY.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 28 Dec. 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
Amélie Huynh, fragrance developer and CEO of D’Orsay, adds that aldehydes, which have a soapy, sparkling quality, are also present in many skin scents, in addition to creamy, low-profile vanilla and orange blossom notes.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
Standouts include the Well Manoeuvred Monk (NA tequila, cucumber, mint, verjus, pineapple and sparkling water) and Tell Me Something Good (NA aperitif, prickly pear, coconut water, verjus and tonic).
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 6 Jan. 2026
In another shot, Cerny and Bartl held hands and offered a closer look at her sparkling ring.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Le Constellation, a bar in the resort town of Crans-Montana, Switzerland, posted the video on YouTube showing waitresses in helmets moving through the dark, crowded club carrying bottles topped with sparkling candles.
—Emma Bussey , Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 2 Jan. 2026
Fizz Champagne & Bubbles Bar offers seven drink options for happy hour, including French sparkling blanc de blanc, pinot noir, sauvignon blanc and chardonnay.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
january 2, Sacbee.com, 2 Jan. 2026
In a world of a million water options—sparkling, flavored, and about a zillion combinations of the two—my husband and I have a special place in our hearts (and our refrigerator) for coconut water.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2026
Everything is immaculately landscaped, with views pulling your gaze to water on both sides of the islet–a sparkling sapphire and turquoise canvas that morphs and deepens in tone throughout the day.
—Terry Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
The Wisconsin county chose a sparkling cherry to welcome in the new year as a way to boost travel in the winter season and also create a celebration with locals, Ellie Soderberg-Guger of the Sister Bay Information Center told USA TODAY.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 28 Dec. 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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Glow-in-the-dark outsoles represent glowing engine headers, and the shoe’s color-shifting eggplant purple upper takes a page from custom car wraps.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
7 Jan. 2026
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On Monday, the actress uploaded a new selfie showing off her glowing complexion.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
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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And in a display of his effervescent showmanship, Malinin just might pull out a backflip.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Biologica’s effervescent sachet delivers everything a woman needs (vitamins, minerals, botanicals, probiotics, and electrolytes) for any stage in her life, from perimenopause to postmenopause.—
Air Mail,
Air Mail,
3 Jan. 2026
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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For now, this week offers a number of scintillating nonfiction titles, such as Eric Lichtblau’s chilling book about the rise of white supremacy, Stefan Merrill Block’s shocking memoir about homeschooling, and a cultural history on the importance of laughter.—
Julia Hass,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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In a first half of memorable moments, unimaginable meltdowns and scintillating finishes, the Penguins outdid themselves on Sunday at Nationwide Arena.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
5 Jan. 2026
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 8 Jan. 2026.
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