as in glitter
something attractive but lacking in substance
a book that examines popular fame and finds it to be very disposable tinsel
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The Cottage Rose, a floral design studio in downtown Kansas City, emphasized the throwback decor by hanging long strands of red ribbon and glittery old-school tinsel from houseplants and wreaths.
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Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025
This can be achieved with silver and gold balloons, tinsel backdrops, or even LED lights.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2024
Goer Metallic Tinsel Fringe Curtains Snag this gold tinsel curtain for an easy way to make your home look New Year’s-ready with just one piece of decor.
—Cai Cramer, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
The hotel on San Antonio's River Walk is home to Blitzen's, a delightful pop-up Christmas bar where every square inch is covered with colorful ornaments, candy canes, Santa hats and tinsel.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025
This can be achieved with silver and gold balloons, tinsel backdrops, or even LED lights.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2024
Goer Metallic Tinsel Fringe Curtains Snag this gold tinsel curtain for an easy way to make your home look New Year’s-ready with just one piece of decor.
—Cai Cramer, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
The hotel on San Antonio's River Walk is home to Blitzen's, a delightful pop-up Christmas bar where every square inch is covered with colorful ornaments, candy canes, Santa hats and tinsel.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Tinsel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tinsel. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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