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Recent Examples of glassy
Internally, the residence channels a certain European je ne sais quoi with elegant paned windows, glassy French doors, exposed beam ceilings, and stately fireplaces.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2024
Inside, a little more than 3,600 square feet of living space is infused with light via banks of glassy French doors.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2024
On the main level, the house offers an airy living room is accented by massive wooden ceiling beams, triangular clerestory windows, a stone fireplace, and two sets of glassy French doors leading to the gardens.
—James McClain, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The Alaskan storm generated a huge ocean swell that was glassier than a champagne flute when the clouds lifted on Saturday afternoon, mesmerizing surfers.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2024
Selena Gomez accredit their effortlessly smooth and glassy skin — even under the camera flashes — to the skillful use of a primer that perfects those pores.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2022
Alejandre reached for Lancôme Juicy Tubes for an ultra-glassy finish on the lips.
—Ale Higareda, Allure, 23 Aug. 2022
The pavilion’s second story contains a glassy indoor-outdoor chapel and event terrace that respectfully frames views of the temple’s dome and stained glass windows.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2022
Even the church itself, visible at the edge of some of the photographs, just beyond the parking lot, gives little away; its glassy modern exterior could as easily be a shopping mall as a sanctuary.
—Casey Cep, The New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2020
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2024
Inside, a little more than 3,600 square feet of living space is infused with light via banks of glassy French doors.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2024
On the main level, the house offers an airy living room is accented by massive wooden ceiling beams, triangular clerestory windows, a stone fireplace, and two sets of glassy French doors leading to the gardens.
—James McClain, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The Alaskan storm generated a huge ocean swell that was glassier than a champagne flute when the clouds lifted on Saturday afternoon, mesmerizing surfers.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2024
Selena Gomez accredit their effortlessly smooth and glassy skin — even under the camera flashes — to the skillful use of a primer that perfects those pores.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2022
Alejandre reached for Lancôme Juicy Tubes for an ultra-glassy finish on the lips.
—Ale Higareda, Allure, 23 Aug. 2022
The pavilion’s second story contains a glassy indoor-outdoor chapel and event terrace that respectfully frames views of the temple’s dome and stained glass windows.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2022
Even the church itself, visible at the edge of some of the photographs, just beyond the parking lot, gives little away; its glassy modern exterior could as easily be a shopping mall as a sanctuary.
—Casey Cep, The New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glassy
Adjective
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Collect blood and vitreous fluid, as well as hair and tissue samples.—
Peter Cummings,
Scientific American,
3 June 2025
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The surgical procedure involves first temporarily removing the vitreous gel that fills the eye to gain access to the retina.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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While celebs have been devoted to glazed donut nails, soap nails, and nearly naked manicures for the past few years, bright shades always pop, especially come summertime.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
24 July 2025
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Charms, including an oversize glazed doughnut and a Krispy Kreme Hot Light, are included with the limited edition Crocs, along with chocolate and strawberry icing with sprinkles toe caps.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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More significantly, all four stations have translucent roofs that, aside from offering decent shade and shelter, feel to us like a bit of a neighborhood nod to the grand terminals of old.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
22 July 2025
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Add onions, garlic, and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring often, until onions are translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Its pedal, or the main part of its body, is semitransparent, flat and disc-like, researchers said.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
20 June 2025
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The semitransparent nail trend is distinct in its high-gloss finish and gel-like surface that looks almost like a juicy, shiny lip gloss for your nails.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
6 May 2025
Adjective
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Do not those diaphanous wings impede their ability to pursue prey underwater?—
Carl R. Gold,
Baltimore Sun,
8 June 2025
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The singer signed autographs in a diaphanous black Ludovic de Saint Sernin dress, an interpretation of the opening look from spring 2025.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Attendees rode in support of and alongside community member Eva Zamora, who is a shining example of how to live your best life with Parkinson’s disease and takes cycle classes at EōS regularly, a news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2025
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Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Imagined herself back in her closet, throwing the silky dress over her head, her arms slipping into the sleeves, the skirt falling over her like water.—
Mona Awad,
New Yorker,
20 July 2025
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Think of dry body oil mists as the 2.0 version of regular body oils—maintaining the same nourishing benefits, while drying down at lightening speed to a weightless finish that leaves skin feeling silky smooth.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
17 July 2025
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“Glassy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glassy. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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