as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light
the attraction that the dazzling lights of Broadway have for many young performers
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as in stunning
to overpower with light
skiers were dazzled by the glare off of the slopes of freshly packed snow
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Recent Examples of dazzling
Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025
The actress accessorized her look with dazzling pieces of jewelry, including a shimmering silver necklace and statement earrings.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
Darryn King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
The new looks consist of the fashion house's high-quality, elegant, and classic double-breasted menswear suits with large peak lapels and dazzling light sequin embroidery dresses.
—Paul Chi, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The theme park attractions are located in Lake Buena Vista and Bay Lake, a swath of fantasy land, dazzling escapism, and immersive attractions just south of the city.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025
The actress accessorized her look with dazzling pieces of jewelry, including a shimmering silver necklace and statement earrings.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
Among other things, Fragile is the most eloquent showcase of the band members’ dazzling instrumental virtuosity.
—Darryn King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
The new looks consist of the fashion house's high-quality, elegant, and classic double-breasted menswear suits with large peak lapels and dazzling light sequin embroidery dresses.
—Paul Chi, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dazzling
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Key Ingredients: Shea butter, avocado oil, orange peel wax Finish: Available in luminous or natural finishes Shades: 12 How to apply: Ilia keeps matters simple with its multi-stick: swipe, blend, and go.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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But in Ravel’s solo works, which across decades of composition contain both the evocative broad strokes of impressionism and the luminous specificity of pointillism, his approach can have mixed results.—
Joshua Barone,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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Sure, the Currys should get another stab at it on Monday, when the Warriors make their annual trek to Charlotte and Steph Curry’s yearly shining moment in uptown takes place.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Feb. 2025
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Ben Franklin, with his range of knowledge from political science to publishing to ocean currents, is another shining example.—
Joe McKendrick,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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Getty Images Getty Images Just as glowing as Anderson herself is the actor's gratitude for this moment in her career.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
24 Feb. 2025
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Also 6-foot-1, Turner did not come along with as glowing credentials.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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On March 1, Mercury is shining at a very bright magnitude of –1.0.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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So, if and when Stafford and Kupp are traded from Los Angeles, perhaps the new duo of Rodgers and Adams could team up with bright, young star Puka Nacua and the rest of the Rams’ squad that won a playoff game in 2024.—
Scott Thompson,
Fox News,
26 Feb. 2025
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Alisson was beaten by a brilliant curling effort from Kvaratskhelia in the first half, but the goal was ruled out by the video assistant referee (VAR) for offside.—
Ben Morse,
CNN,
6 Mar. 2025
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Schneider drew up a brilliant inbounds play for Conesa, who turned and fired an on-the-mark 3-pointer.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2025
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Too many businesses derailed because they weren’t focused on their core strengths, trying to go down paths that made no sense just to impress investors or chase a shiny new thing.—
Damon Stafford,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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The actress wore a futuristic, shiny, navy blue gown with an elaborate boxy neck and accentuated the look with silver jewelry.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Investing in premium beauty tools and treatments ensures that your skin remains radiant and your hair stays healthy, despite the cold and dry climate.—
Tira Urquhart,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
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Formulated with olive oil, prickly pear, and apricot kernel oil, this formula thoroughly hydrates the skin and leaves it with a radiant finish.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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Half an hour more of this splendid confusion and our lion hunt would be a complete and unqualified bust.—
Frank C. Hibben,
Outdoor Life,
27 Feb. 2025
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After passing through strict security and pacing across a splendid inner courtyard, there are views of spacious and sumptuously decorated rooms before entering the chandelier lit Senate restaurant.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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“Dazzling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dazzling. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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