1
as in hints
a very small amount
a glimmer of hope that there will be snow on Christmas
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2
as in flickers
an almost imperceptible sign of something
most of the students showed not even a glimmer of interest in what I had to say
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as in gleams
to shoot forth bursts of light
the waters of the rippling brook glimmered in the sun
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Recent Examples of glimmers
Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2026
There’s still a long way to go to restore his status as a promising prospect, but there have been glimmers of hope the last couple weeks.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
From there, the glimmers of a more peaceful existence — one fueled by expression, not recklessness — give Lidia hope.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
This year, there were glimmers of affordability, with some states like Florida, Texas, and California seeing average home prices decline in 2025 from their peaks.
—Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
Long-range weather models for the last two weeks of the year are sparking glimmers of hope in forecasters like Bryan Allegretto.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 12 Dec. 2025
By contrast, in some parts of the South and West, where home construction has picked up in some markets, there are glimmers of hope, Gailey said, pointing to stronger tax incentives and looser permitting requirements as policies that could boost construction.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 Dec. 2025
Though at least in the Arab world—thanks to the Abraham Accords—there are glimmers of hope.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
How to Use Glimmers to Cope with Stress Sprinkle a few glimmers into your day for overall mind-body well-being, and select one to help change your emotional state when negatively triggered.
—Danielle Winston, Flow Space, 24 Nov. 2025
Leila Latif, IndieWire, 31 Aug. 2025
Where a cistern once hid beneath the floor to collect rainwater, an outdoor pool now glimmers.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
In non-theme park play, the game revolves around Illumineers, glimmers, inklands, a lorebook and other buzzwords and actions that are important to players.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2026
There’s still a long way to go to restore his status as a promising prospect, but there have been glimmers of hope the last couple weeks.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
From there, the glimmers of a more peaceful existence — one fueled by expression, not recklessness — give Lidia hope.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
This year, there were glimmers of affordability, with some states like Florida, Texas, and California seeing average home prices decline in 2025 from their peaks.
—Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
Long-range weather models for the last two weeks of the year are sparking glimmers of hope in forecasters like Bryan Allegretto.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 12 Dec. 2025
By contrast, in some parts of the South and West, where home construction has picked up in some markets, there are glimmers of hope, Gailey said, pointing to stronger tax incentives and looser permitting requirements as policies that could boost construction.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 Dec. 2025
Though at least in the Arab world—thanks to the Abraham Accords—there are glimmers of hope.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
How to Use Glimmers to Cope with Stress Sprinkle a few glimmers into your day for overall mind-body well-being, and select one to help change your emotional state when negatively triggered.
—Danielle Winston, Flow Space, 24 Nov. 2025
Verb
The result is a film that glimmers with moments of wit and melancholy but never settles into coherence.
—Leila Latif, IndieWire, 31 Aug. 2025
Where a cistern once hid beneath the floor to collect rainwater, an outdoor pool now glimmers.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glimmers
Noun
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There are some hints that weighted blankets can help with anxiety, chronic pain and sleep.—
Adithi Ramakrishnan,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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At song’s end, the camera moved over to big-screen photos of the late Charlie Kirk and his widow, Erika Kirk, who is now in charge of TPUSA, followed by a fade to darkness and closing credit that still did not offer many hints where the performance was taking place.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Excusing those two flickers of broken hegemony, the WSL’s highest echelon has been an unassailable strongbox, a figment of the rest of the table’s imagination.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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That accounts equally for Lily’s arch froideur and Diana’s enduring lack of self-worth, played by both actors with care and compassion, and contrasting flickers of vulnerability and resolve, respectively.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Like Beckham’s dress, the 100-percent silk dress softly gleams in the light.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
12 Dec. 2025
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Despite a couple of funky skips, the album is fueled by the hunger of an artist who really wants the pop life again, perking up electro-scuzz and arena rock with new wave that gleams like glitter.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
Noun
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These thoughtful touches are designed to make the journey feel unhurried and seamless, from airport arrival to touchdown, emphasizing the premium nature of the service.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2026
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There are no frills or fancy touches, but a sense of familiarity and open-mindedness radiates throughout.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Soft breezes ripple through the sea grapes, and sunlight glints off the aquamarine shallows that surround Bahia Honda State Park.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The stone mat wraps around the faucet and acts as a splash guard, absorbing splashes and spills around the area.—
Jamie Weissman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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The look incorporates Jackson Pollock-esque splashes of orange and royal blue, a departure from last season’s navy-and-white color palette.—
Ryan Finley,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Outside, the world flashes by, a slideshow of rivers growing into oceans, deserts rising into mountains and cities sprawling then receding into darkness as the train thunders on through the night.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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Jessica then zooms in on her husband, who flashes her a toothy smile.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Glimmers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glimmers. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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