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Recent Examples of luminesce
Music has charms that teem our tongues, course through our pens and luminesce up on our screens.
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Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2019
Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luminesce
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His second story collection, Chemical Valley, won the Alistair MacLeod Short Fiction Prize, received glowing reviews, and was a finalist for the Thomas Raddall Atlantic Fiction Award and the ReLit Award.Nicola Davison, Hazlitt, 10 Jan. 2025
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In some shots, embers can still be seen glowing amid the wreckage.Jake Kanter, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
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Anne Hathaway shimmered at the opening ceremony of Bulgari’s Serpenti Infinito Exhibition on Wednesday in Shanghai, celebrating the upcoming Year of the Snake in the lunar calendar.Julia Teti, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
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Our Hanukkah candles shimmer in the light of our Christmas tree.Scott Simon, NPR, 28 Dec. 2024
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The shift shined a new light on Starship for viewers, as the golden hour sun glistened off the rocket's frosty silver exterior.Mike Wall, Space.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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So, medium heat produces fluffy and glistening curds, the Goldilocks of eggs.The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 1 Jan. 2025
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The buckle comes in a gleaming silver for a subtle glinty touch.Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025
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On the track, the 6 God gets introspective about the trials and tribulations of his 2024 over Conductor’s gleaming production, and seemingly blasts those who switched sides on him throughout the Kendrick Lamar feud.Michael Saponara, Billboard, 3 Jan. 2025
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The lights were on after the show ended and the energy on the floor of the crowd beaming, dancing, still having a party.Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Williams, who has been married to Ayda Field since 2010, also shared a hug with the beaming couple.Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
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As the glittering parade of stars walked the red carpet to kick off awards season at Monday’s Golden Globes, all eyes were on Zendaya.Kate Matthams, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Gomez accessorized the look with glittering jewelry pieces courtesy of Tiffany & Co.Julia Teti, WWD, 7 Jan. 2025
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The spring 2025 runways ushered in the return of glimmering glam, from a soft wash of sparkle to a full-on holographic glitter-fest.Katie McBroom, WWD, 6 Jan. 2025
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Venus in Pisces is glimmering through your fifth house of creativity and romance, Scorpio.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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Next to the salty, buttery walnuts, the batter really shined.Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2025
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What her ex-husband said about their Miami experience January 09, 2025 9:42 PM Bryant’s campaign shone a spotlight on Miami and served as the model for anti-gay rights activists who organized around the country.Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2025
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“Luminesce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luminesce. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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