as in minute
a very small space of time
in just a twinkle, the shooting star was gone
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as in to gleam
to shoot forth bursts of light
stars twinkling on a crisp September night
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Recent Examples of twinkle
Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 9 June 2025
Mood-wise, this first section is magnificently done (although the celestial spa-music score by the Newton Brothers is a twinkle too much).
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
Dominique Fluker, Essence, 1 May 2025
The rooftop crowd enjoys views of Denver’s skyline and Larimer Square, which charms with its signature hammock of twinkling lights draped over the block.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 23 June 2025
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Noun
But Pascal, for all the twinkle in his eye, often plays relatively sexless characters — from the fatherly energy of The Last of Us to the ascetic qualities of The Mandalorian.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 9 June 2025
Mood-wise, this first section is magnificently done (although the celestial spa-music score by the Newton Brothers is a twinkle too much).
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
Verb
Surrounded by a lush garden, around a turquoise, sparkling pool with twinkling lights in the tree branches, and a cigar room!
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 1 May 2025
The rooftop crowd enjoys views of Denver’s skyline and Larimer Square, which charms with its signature hammock of twinkling lights draped over the block.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for twinkle
Noun
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Follow that with a dip in the sea at Lia beach—a four minute walk away—or book a pottery class through one of the hotel’s artisan partners.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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You’re asked to meet with senior leadership for the very first time—in five minutes.—
Michele Moreno,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Verb
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Emotions like doubt or frustration may flash across the face in a split second.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Cameras flash as Combs addresses the crowd, presiding over the scene like a master of ceremonies — or something else entirely.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
15 July 2025
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Her white shirt would gleam like chrome under the metallic lights.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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The cars are dotted around in a kaleidoscope of colors, a stark contrast to the gleaming white factory floor.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
9 July 2025
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), symptoms of illnesses caused by harmful algal blooms can include stomachaches, rashes, headaches, and coughing, while more serious symptoms include liver damage, seizures, and irregular heartbeats.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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For now, that’s not part of his All-Star week duties, but, per usual, that week will be a busy one for the heartbeat of Cleveland’s lineup.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
3 July 2025
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Guests arrive through a courtyard layered with climbing vines, flickering gas lanterns, and a fountain.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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One of the most common causes of flickering lights is an issue with the bulb.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 July 2025
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For many, Maine is a summer refuge—beaches with powdery sand and glinting grey-blue water intermingled with bucolic topography; mountains, lake houses.—
Caroline Reilly,
Robb Report,
6 June 2025
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Sunlight glints off the water with a Mediterranean shimmer.—
Alexandra Gillespie,
AFAR Media,
23 June 2025
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Early on July 4, the Guadalupe River at Kerrville was flowing at 3 cubic feet per second.—
Stephen J. Beard,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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According to the report, the flight lasted around 30 seconds between takeoff and crash.—
Sheikh Saaliq,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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Top off each serving with club soda or sparkling water.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 July 2025
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Director Gordon Greenberg has marshalled an excellent cast of fearless and multitalented actors for this 2-1/2-hour play-within-a-play that sparkles and surprises at every turn.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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“Twinkle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/twinkle. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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