as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a glistening marble table top
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as in gleaming
to shoot forth bursts of light
this seemingly dull opal really glistens in full light
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Recent Examples of glistening
Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2025
Its mesmerizing turquoise lakes, towering granite pinnacles, and vast, glistening glaciers have earned the park recognition as the crown jewel of Patagonia region, a vast natural frontier which stretches over 1,000 miles from Chile to the tip of Argentina.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Now every table features at least one order, dripping honey butter and glistening like a glazed donut.
—Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In a makeshift classroom in a Roseland low-income housing complex, nine women watched nutrition educator Denetria Adams saute a glistening mix of carrots, celery and onion.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
The event was a fundraiser supporting non-profit organizations in India, and every other woman in the room was dressed in vibrant colors and glistening saris.
—Alisha Fernandez Miranda, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Outdoor scenes especially are artfully composed, such as a distant view of a bridge with the river flowing under it in the foreground, or the glistening look of a puddle on the street at night.
—Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2025
Its mesmerizing turquoise lakes, towering granite pinnacles, and vast, glistening glaciers have earned the park recognition as the crown jewel of Patagonia region, a vast natural frontier which stretches over 1,000 miles from Chile to the tip of Argentina.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Now every table features at least one order, dripping honey butter and glistening like a glazed donut.
—Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In a makeshift classroom in a Roseland low-income housing complex, nine women watched nutrition educator Denetria Adams saute a glistening mix of carrots, celery and onion.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
The event was a fundraiser supporting non-profit organizations in India, and every other woman in the room was dressed in vibrant colors and glistening saris.
—Alisha Fernandez Miranda, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
Their dining room now packed and wind in their sails, the couple is digging deeper into the cooking of Tussanaprasit’s native Chiang Mai, serving dishes like khao khan jin, a glistening mixture of rice, salty pork bits, and pork blood steamed in banana leaves.
—Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glistening
Adjective
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With a yellow gold case framing the timeless depth of a polished Onyx dial, the Geneva Minute Repeater was one of the absolute best drops in Geneva last week.—
Thor Svaboe,
Robb Report,
9 Sep. 2025
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Tongue-and-groove construction makes for easy installation on site and a polished look when finished.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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For decades, wealthy Gulf Arab states cast themselves as oases of stability in a region mired in conflict, building gleaming capitals with fast-growing economies powered by by millions of foreign workers drawn to economic opportunity and a tax-free lifestyle.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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Stewart wore a pinkish brown tweed jacket with a double-breasted silhouette, peaked lapels, structured shoulders with shoulder pads, and gleaming golden buttons.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Beneath the surface of this glossy novel is a heartfelt depiction of the obstacles aspirant writers face in trying to both produce and publish.—
Susan Coll
September 12,
Literary Hub,
12 Sep. 2025
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Rather than relying solely on glossy imagery or abstract measurements, its website takes a consumer-first approach.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The 849 Testarossa—which will be available as a coupe or spider with a retractable top—sports a sleek yet aggressive look in line with the rest of the brand’s current lineup, in particular the F80 and 296.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
10 Sep. 2025
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Kevan Hall launched his career in the 1980s, quickly making his mark with sleek, elegant designs that fused Hollywood glamour with modern sophistication.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Heat oil in pan over medium heat until shimmering.—
Faye Levy,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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Moored on the shimmering curve of the South Bank, Sea Containers is London’s answer to maritime maximalism—an all-day, all-night glam escape where ocean liner nostalgia gets a high-gloss, high-style reboot.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
Verb
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Paneled in fragrant Japanese wood, the city’s largest hotel spa provides a stunning view of downtown’s glittering skyline.—
Terry Elward,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The Glacier Palace is a frozen wonderland of glittering ice tunnels, intricate sculptures, and even an ice slide.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The entire performance is a shining spotlight on the record, which toys with the malleability of their sound and embraces unconventional approaches to an already robust sound.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
10 Sep. 2025
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Though summer may be slowly petering out, there is still plenty of time left to enjoy the outdoors while the sun is still shining and the temperatures are still above 70 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Glistening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glistening. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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