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as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light
the lustrous finish on the satin bedspread adds to the feeling of luxury
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as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
lustrous silver jewelry adorned her neck
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Recent Examples of lustrous
The six High Gloss finishes are expertly polished to a lustrous shine with a clear top coat.
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The special hardcover rendition of The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore is handmade in Italy and features a Santa-red, Italian-leather exterior with lustrous golden lettering.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024
The gleaming, lustrous centerpieces are sure to spark conversation, which is exactly what the team is hoping for.
—Jesse Granger, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
The Satin Clutch Polished, lustrous, and beautifully draped, the satin handbag is a no-fail option for evening wear.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2024
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The special hardcover rendition of The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore is handmade in Italy and features a Santa-red, Italian-leather exterior with lustrous golden lettering.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024
The gleaming, lustrous centerpieces are sure to spark conversation, which is exactly what the team is hoping for.
—Jesse Granger, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
The Satin Clutch Polished, lustrous, and beautifully draped, the satin handbag is a no-fail option for evening wear.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lustrous
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Others forecast that the comet could become even brighter, possibly becoming luminous enough to be visible during the daylight hours.Jess Thomson, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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Black finds that radiant and luminous, or soft and natural matte finishes work best on mature skin.Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
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Authentic developers always provide professional, polished descriptions.Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Even eaten out of a plastic to-go container, there was a polished balance in a simple tofu stew, a nice mix of sweet, spicy and aromatic.Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
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One was a dazzling second location of Kendall’s Ghee Indian Kitchen, now open in Wynwood.Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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The milestone also marked yet another home-run style moment for the star, who wore a dazzling archival gown from Bob Mackie's FW2002 collection to perform her hit track.Catherine Santino, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Fullerton College’s Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems provides a shining example of how community colleges can meet the demands of a changing workforce.Ray Ravaglia, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Before this iteration of Shelley's tale, the first modern version of the myth, there hadn't been a horror film that so graphically indulged in gore and violence, in bright and shining color photography no less.Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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To be sure, the fall collection expanded the brand’s vocabulary of essentials, trying for the first time to also lure more fashion-savvy customers with slightly oversize fits for tops and pants, as well as glossy puffers.Martino Carrera, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
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Take photos of horse heads bobbing in the glossy bay or get in and swim with the aqua-gallopers as the handlers, like water skiers moving backwards, brace bare feet against horse breast and lean back holding the reins.Patrick Scott, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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Typhoid, transient, pregnant, poignant, glowing, galloping, parasite.John McPhee, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
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Pamela Anderson is flying high at the moment thanks to the most glowing notices of her career in The Last Showgirl.Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 7 Jan. 2025
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Black laminate adds a sleek leather look to 100 cotton indigo denim.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Jan. 2025
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At Tod’s, Prada, and Bottega Veneta, designers skipped the classic penny strap for a sleeker, softer effect; at Miu Miu and Ferragamo, suede and sock-like construction telegraphed a sense of ease.Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 9 Jan. 2025
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Are Drugstore Products the Problem? Drugstore hair products like Pantene often deliver immediate results, making hair feel soft and shiny.John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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In This Article Our Top Picks Reviews The Bottom Line Our Testing Process Tips for Choosing FAQs Why Trust Southern Living Having a good mop in your cleaning arsenal will keep your floor clean and shiny, which can be particularly useful for laminate flooring.Lauren Finney Harden, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2025
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“Lustrous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lustrous. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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