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to shoot forth bursts of light
fine china and stemware gleaming in the candlelight
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Recent Examples of gleaming
Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025
Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
After years of struggling to find white-collar tenants for a gleaming office high-rise on the edge of downtown, developer Garrett Lee just began converting its office space into close to 700 apartments.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
These short almond nails pair cherry-cola red with ivory lace and gleaming pearl decals.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
Sharp gothic arches soared over the backlit bar, bottles gleaming.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
The rooms Supremely comfy, with no gimmicky surprises — just proper, old-school amenities, the plumpest beds and (16 types of) pillows, and gleaming bathrooms decked in mottled marble.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Renato is introduced by way of sunlight gleaming off what looks like the blade of a sword but turns out to be the shaft of a golf club.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 4 Feb. 2026
The square arch door opened to gleaming black marble floors reflecting golden lanterns and plush seats.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 31 Jan. 2026
With the farm suddenly unsustainable, there’s nothing for it but to pack up and seek work in Pristina, where Hatixhe’s sister Lina (Fiona Gllavica) lives a comfortable nouveau riche life in a large, gleaming new-build home courtesy of her entrepreneur husband Alban (Alban Ukaj).
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025
Verb
And a gleaming smile that is as inviting as her singalongs.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
After years of struggling to find white-collar tenants for a gleaming office high-rise on the edge of downtown, developer Garrett Lee just began converting its office space into close to 700 apartments.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
These short almond nails pair cherry-cola red with ivory lace and gleaming pearl decals.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
Sharp gothic arches soared over the backlit bar, bottles gleaming.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
The rooms Supremely comfy, with no gimmicky surprises — just proper, old-school amenities, the plumpest beds and (16 types of) pillows, and gleaming bathrooms decked in mottled marble.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Renato is introduced by way of sunlight gleaming off what looks like the blade of a sword but turns out to be the shaft of a golf club.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 4 Feb. 2026
The square arch door opened to gleaming black marble floors reflecting golden lanterns and plush seats.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 31 Jan. 2026
With the farm suddenly unsustainable, there’s nothing for it but to pack up and seek work in Pristina, where Hatixhe’s sister Lina (Fiona Gllavica) lives a comfortable nouveau riche life in a large, gleaming new-build home courtesy of her entrepreneur husband Alban (Alban Ukaj).
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gleaming
Adjective
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Eloise's shining moment comes in Quinn's To Sir Phillip, With Love, and follows her love story with Sir Phillip Crane—yes, that Phillip, who married his late brother's true love Marina Thompson.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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Her world, fueled by her life, was the shining and irrefutable definition of integrity.—
Josh Peter,
USA Today,
20 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Something always seems to be lurking in the periphery, glinting off the edges of mirrors, flickering across those black wings offstage.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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At first glance, Glass Mountain looks out of place—an irregular, pale, 15-foot mound glinting in the sunlight, as if someone dumped a pile of shiny shards in the middle of the desert.—
Taryn Shorr-Mckee,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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In front of a raucous home crowd, Italy held off Georgia for the bronze medal behind a dazzling free skate from Matteo Rizzo, who dropped to his knees on the ice and cried.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Chicago might not have necessarily gotten dazzling returns on its trades — nine second-round picks were acquired in the last week alone — but for a team that’s been stuck in Play-In Purgatory for years, the sense of direction is refreshing, at least.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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There’s no denying the beauty of a white diamond—its glittering surface and icy tone is a classic choice that’s withstood the test of time.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
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Expect glittering and ultra glamorous gowns via Balmain, Versace, and vintage Galliano for red carpets with husband George, floaty and floral sets for summering in Lake Como, an always impeccable blowout.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The activist also went full glam on her flight, looking radiant in bronzy makeup, complete with dark eyeliner, fluttery eyelashes, fluffy eyebrows, luminous skin, and glossy lips.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
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You’re left with a luminous finish that changes according to the light.—
Paola Zamarripa,
Glamour,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Ciara's gown, courtesy of Valdrin Sahiti, featured a shimmering silver skirt with a peek-a-boo black lace bustier top.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
6 Feb. 2026
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The mahogany music room stays true with a grand piano, now covered wall-to-wall in shimmering gold wallpaper that glows at night.—
Keith Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Surrounded by a never-ending patchwork of tea plantations, with Castlereagh Reservoir glistening in the distance, this beautiful bungalow is a picture of colonial elegance.—
Harriet Compston,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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While beauty trends are unfolding on the runway, they’re also being set by the glistening celebs on the front row.—
Essence,
Essence,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Bedding purists can choose between brilliant white or a no-nonsense grey—either way, expect crisp bedding meant for airy nights.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
7 Feb. 2026
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Despite not being in his most technically brilliant form, Malinin was a crowd favorite at the Milano Ice Skating Arena, which was packed to the rafters with fans waving American flags.—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Gleaming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gleaming. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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