1
as in glowing
to give off sparks
while fireworks that sparkle may be entertaining to look at, they can be highly dangerous when used indoors
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2
as in glittering
to shoot forth bursts of light
the crystal sparkled in the sunlight
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as in gleaming
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as in merry
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Recent Examples of sparkling
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
This stopper keeps non-sparkling wine fresh for up to 10 days after opening by removing air from the bottle using vacuum-sealer technology.
—L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
The sparkling purple hue, which can also be found on the wheels, accentuates the changes made to the Diablo design.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025
Aside from coffee, the chain offers blended freezes, energy drinks, lemonade, iced tea, milkshakes, smoothies and sparkling sodas.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 25 Sep. 2025
Corvina offers a variety of sparkling, white, rose and red wines by the glass or the bottle.
—Anna Kleiber, jsonline.com, 23 Sep. 2025
The post was accompanied by a new video for the song, in which Cyrus wears a gauzy white headdress and matching diaphanous, flowing gown, as well as a black dress matched with a sparkling black mask.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 19 Sep. 2025
The model looked glam in a patchwork Miu Miu dress with sparkling details, adding silver pumps and carrying a small brown handbag, while Cooper kept it classic in a black button-down shirt, black pants and black boots.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
Now, Apple Bottoms have collaborated with Apple bubly, the sparkling water brand, on a new collection that debuts today.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
And for those infamous ruby slippers, there's a shot of Elphaba's sister Nessa Rose (Marissa Bode) levitating in the air as her heirloom sparkling heels turn ruby red.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Reservation Dogs was one of television’s rare masterpieces, woven from a lifetime’s worth of observations and obsessions, existential struggles and in-jokes, and shot through with a sparkling thread of spirituality.
—Judy Berman, Time, 23 Sep. 2025
Think shimmering crowns, sparkling gowns, and, of course, the classic black hat.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
To that end, there are bracelets with diamonds set in mirror-polished cubes that vary in height like sparkling city scape for the wrist.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2025
Large dinners are paired with minestrone soup or salad, garlic bread, ice cream and a complementary glass of house wine (Italian, red, white, and sparkling varieties comprise the main list).
—George A. Paul, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Throw in another $500-$700 for a sparkling water system.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Allow the racks to soak for a few minutes before taking a brush or sponge and working in the cleaner until your racks are sparkling clean.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
Carey’s latest era of her career, especially during her working relationship with Rosado, often sees the singer in sparkling gowns for her onstage performances.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
This stopper keeps non-sparkling wine fresh for up to 10 days after opening by removing air from the bottle using vacuum-sealer technology.
—L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
The sparkling purple hue, which can also be found on the wheels, accentuates the changes made to the Diablo design.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025
Aside from coffee, the chain offers blended freezes, energy drinks, lemonade, iced tea, milkshakes, smoothies and sparkling sodas.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 25 Sep. 2025
Corvina offers a variety of sparkling, white, rose and red wines by the glass or the bottle.
—Anna Kleiber, jsonline.com, 23 Sep. 2025
The post was accompanied by a new video for the song, in which Cyrus wears a gauzy white headdress and matching diaphanous, flowing gown, as well as a black dress matched with a sparkling black mask.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 19 Sep. 2025
The model looked glam in a patchwork Miu Miu dress with sparkling details, adding silver pumps and carrying a small brown handbag, while Cooper kept it classic in a black button-down shirt, black pants and black boots.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
Now, Apple Bottoms have collaborated with Apple bubly, the sparkling water brand, on a new collection that debuts today.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
In Switzerland, holiday cheer takes over cities and towns as the days grow shorter and sparkling lights stretch across avenues and alleyways.
—AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
And for those infamous ruby slippers, there's a shot of Elphaba's sister Nessa Rose (Marissa Bode) levitating in the air as her heirloom sparkling heels turn ruby red.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Reservation Dogs was one of television’s rare masterpieces, woven from a lifetime’s worth of observations and obsessions, existential struggles and in-jokes, and shot through with a sparkling thread of spirituality.
—Judy Berman, Time, 23 Sep. 2025
Think shimmering crowns, sparkling gowns, and, of course, the classic black hat.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
To that end, there are bracelets with diamonds set in mirror-polished cubes that vary in height like sparkling city scape for the wrist.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2025
Large dinners are paired with minestrone soup or salad, garlic bread, ice cream and a complementary glass of house wine (Italian, red, white, and sparkling varieties comprise the main list).
—George A. Paul, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Throw in another $500-$700 for a sparkling water system.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Allow the racks to soak for a few minutes before taking a brush or sponge and working in the cleaner until your racks are sparkling clean.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparkling
Verb
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The glowing road between peaks shows the partnerships between facilities who work together to advance astronomy by looking at things from near-Earth objects to distant galaxies to dark matter.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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Indeed, the economics of an NHL return aren’t glowing.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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From a distance, Biosphere 2 emerges from the cacti and creosote of the Sonoran desert like a gleaming oasis, a colony of glass and bright white structures.—
Chris Impey,
The Conversation,
23 Sep. 2025
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The next revolution in electrification may not arrive as a gleaming battery or a vast mine.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Like Jardini, Enriquez is known for his bubbly personality and has a passion for everything Italian, translated in the joyful vibe of his collections, bold in their color palette and rich in prints like floral and heart-shaped motifs.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
23 Sep. 2025
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Return to broiler and broil until cheese is bubbly and golden, 2 to 3 minutes.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Dean’s star power is radiant and fueled by more than just charisma.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
26 Sep. 2025
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Valeria Golino—the evening’s radiant hostess—went dramatic in all black, complete with a sculptural neckline.—
Sofia Viganò,
Vogue,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Great American Family is making sure that everyone's television screens remain merry and bright this holiday season!—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Sep. 2025
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Big Sur has enjoyed a reputation as a dream destination long before Big Little Lies and its merry band of accidentally murderous suburban mothers came around.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Astronomers see a mysterious object shining in the deep sky.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
24 Sep. 2025
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Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mooncat offers a variety of magnetic polishes, too, including Allure editor favorites such as Fields of Lavender (a plum shade with glittering hints of red) and Quicksand’s Embrace (a sandy pink with a subtle silvery purple holographic stripe).—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
24 Sep. 2025
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Over the course of her 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth became a style icon for many, and the glittering gown was certainly in line with her preference for bright colors and standout styles.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Torrey Pines’ varsity team rides a van to matches with the effervescent Jiamanukoonkit controlling the music selections, rocking to her favorite artist, Olivia Rodrigo.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Sep. 2025
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Basque Country Txakoli, an effervescent white wine often drunk as an aperitif or paired with seafood, is uniquely Basque.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Sparkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparkling. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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