as in to gleam
to shoot forth bursts of light
under a canopy of winkling stars, the campers bedded down for the night
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At the Obama public library, I was greeted by gleaming wood shelves and stacks of colorful tomes, and shimmering light streaming through its floor-to-ceiling windows.—
Laura Washington,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026 -
Surrounded by custom paintwork and gleaming chrome, Ugaz said the opportunity to share his passion and craftsmanship with the broader San Francisco community was especially meaningful given the stereotypes lowrider enthusiasts have faced over the years.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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The combination of flashing light and movement startles them.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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Disguised with a tactical uniform and realistic mask that covered his entire head, Boelter drove a fake police SUV with lights flashing to the legislators’ homes.—
Tim Sullivan,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Osborn says to start right around sunset, so guests arrive during the golden hour and can naturally settle in as the light fades and the stars begin to twinkle.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
14 June 2026
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With their tiny, twinkling lights, fireflies are icons of a Georgia summer night.—
Charles Seabrook,
AJC.com,
6 June 2026
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For the launch of the collection, Maison Perrier and Rent the Runway have curated their favorite looks from the collection to pair each with a Maison Perrier sparkling water to best fit the vibe.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
15 June 2026
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Like many fast-food restaurants, KFC is also expanding its range of drink options to include boba refreshers, sparkling lemonades and iced coffees under a new sub-brand called Kwench by KFC.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
15 June 2026
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Kenny is the kind of character who doesn’t just shine in group dynamics and fights but also brings a personal story line.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
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Still, Lucy's light continued to shine.—
Siafa Lewis,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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For Jenny Voisard, watching the daily antics of a bald eagle family perched above the shimmering waters of Big Bear Lake in Southern California is about togetherness as much as birdwatching.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
11 June 2026
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For a young man who had scarcely left Utah in his youth, every corner seemed to be a revelation, of water buffalo shimmering from mud baths and children running down dirt roads.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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At the Studio in a School Gala, a glittering Manhattan charity benefit, Ashley donned a sweeping black coat paired with an embellished oversized clutch, while Mary-Kate arrived bejeweled in a cobalt silk blazer dress.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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Success in sports was also recognized on Friday, with Kevin Sinfield knighted for his glittering rugby league career and subsequent fundraising exploits to aid research and support families affected by motor neuron disease, a neurological disorder.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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After spending some time by the pool, a semi-Olympic lined with emerald and malachite mosaics that glinted in the soft, ambient light, followed by a quick trip to the sauna, I was escorted to my treatment room, about a half-flight of stairs up, where I was met by Marcia, my therapist.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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In their gowns and bowties, guests giddily slurp mounds of glinting caviar off the back of their hand.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 June 2026
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“Winkle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/winkle. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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