as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
a glistening marble table top
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as in gleaming
to shoot forth bursts of light
this seemingly dull opal really glistens in full light
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Recent Examples of glistening
Phoebe Liu, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
In the summer, its population swells as Italians flock here seeking sun and the chance to swim in the glistening azure sea and soak in the thermal hot springs.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Marcloid may often employ the sonic language of misery and darkness, but her glistening synths, rubbery rhythms, and radioactive colors transform a raging storm into an expression of radiant, high-definition joy.
—Reed Jackson, SPIN, 8 May 2026
The entry foyer, with its vaulted ceiling and glistening floor, is welcoming and impressive.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
There are soaring layers of harmony vocals, a glistening 12-string-guitar part, driving drum fills that speed the song forward.
—Jack Hamilton, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
As the doc’s creation Rocky (John Rivera), usually depicted as a glistening depiction of male beauty, appears here as a non-Adonis — a beefy, WWF-looking contender, in singlet and without a clue.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Maybe someone will see my glistening red lips from the rescue plane!
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
But while their forebears deconstructed rock conventions, HYPER GAL’s primary influence is the glistening textures of pop.
—Jude Noel, Pitchfork, 14 Apr. 2026
Abigail Bliss, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
The remaining three — a chocolate brown pocket blush, a baby pink bottle and a glistening bronze bottle — were captioned with a brown heart, stars and the eyes emoji.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
From heirloom tiaras to glistening sapphires and an ocean’s worth of pearls, Elizabeth had a bijou box worth millions—composed of both new pieces and the 142 Crown Jewels that are passed from monarch to monarch.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 8 Apr. 2026
He was hunched over, his shoulders rounded beneath the material of his dark blue blazer; his strong, square features were glistening with sweat.
—Ben Mezrich, Vanity Fair, 6 Apr. 2026
Locking up that glistening new contract, and a load of political capital within the university, before Michigan locked up his team.
—Jon Wilner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
This rapid change in temperature creates condensation, which is why your lawn is often glistening with dew on spring and summer mornings.
—Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 26 Mar. 2026
Head outside tonight and drink in the sight of the Pleiades open star cluster glistening close to the red star Aldebaran in the constellation Taurus, before the mesmerizing naked-eye jewel slips out of view with the changing of the seasons.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Nearly forty years ago, Bloodsport launched the career of Jean-Claude Van Damme and helped propel him as a bankable leading man known for his glistening muscles and martial arts prowess.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Behind him are glistening gemstones.
—Phoebe Liu, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
In the summer, its population swells as Italians flock here seeking sun and the chance to swim in the glistening azure sea and soak in the thermal hot springs.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Marcloid may often employ the sonic language of misery and darkness, but her glistening synths, rubbery rhythms, and radioactive colors transform a raging storm into an expression of radiant, high-definition joy.
—Reed Jackson, SPIN, 8 May 2026
The entry foyer, with its vaulted ceiling and glistening floor, is welcoming and impressive.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
There are soaring layers of harmony vocals, a glistening 12-string-guitar part, driving drum fills that speed the song forward.
—Jack Hamilton, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
As the doc’s creation Rocky (John Rivera), usually depicted as a glistening depiction of male beauty, appears here as a non-Adonis — a beefy, WWF-looking contender, in singlet and without a clue.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Maybe someone will see my glistening red lips from the rescue plane!
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
But while their forebears deconstructed rock conventions, HYPER GAL’s primary influence is the glistening textures of pop.
—Jude Noel, Pitchfork, 14 Apr. 2026
Verb
The route gains steady elevation to the glistening shore of Saint Mary’s Lake, which is set beneath a semi-permanent snowfield.
—Abigail Bliss, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
The remaining three — a chocolate brown pocket blush, a baby pink bottle and a glistening bronze bottle — were captioned with a brown heart, stars and the eyes emoji.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
From heirloom tiaras to glistening sapphires and an ocean’s worth of pearls, Elizabeth had a bijou box worth millions—composed of both new pieces and the 142 Crown Jewels that are passed from monarch to monarch.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 8 Apr. 2026
He was hunched over, his shoulders rounded beneath the material of his dark blue blazer; his strong, square features were glistening with sweat.
—Ben Mezrich, Vanity Fair, 6 Apr. 2026
Locking up that glistening new contract, and a load of political capital within the university, before Michigan locked up his team.
—Jon Wilner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
This rapid change in temperature creates condensation, which is why your lawn is often glistening with dew on spring and summer mornings.
—Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 26 Mar. 2026
Head outside tonight and drink in the sight of the Pleiades open star cluster glistening close to the red star Aldebaran in the constellation Taurus, before the mesmerizing naked-eye jewel slips out of view with the changing of the seasons.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Nearly forty years ago, Bloodsport launched the career of Jean-Claude Van Damme and helped propel him as a bankable leading man known for his glistening muscles and martial arts prowess.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glistening
Adjective
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Widow Jane 10-Year shows how sourcing, extended aging, and even proofing water can shape a polished, almost terroir-like identity.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Boucheron’s Serpent Bohème bracelet pairs black onyx with twisted gold and diamonds for a polished take on bohemia.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
24 May 2026
Verb
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The coaster with a max speed of 66 mph took more than 20,000 hours to construct and at least 9,000 gallons of white paint for its gleaming appearance.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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The galaxy's heart shines brightly in the image, with gleaming rays of light radiating from its center while gas and dust swirls around.—
Chelsea Gohd,
Space.com,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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Kidman and Mariska Hargitay use this hair oil for a glossy, frizz-free, and hydrated look.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
23 May 2026
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Personalization is one of the clearest dividing lines between a serious medical-adjacent program and a luxury spa with a glossier menu.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2026
Verb
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The woman’s hip on the bed in the ocher light, the tentative touch of her husband, his ring glinting.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Apr. 2026
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His tight chord stabs, jazzy voicings and glinting tone are an indelible sonic signature, up there with Louis Armstrong’s trumpet blasts and Aretha Franklin’s rolling, tolling gospel piano.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This Samsonite style has a sleek design, a padded laptop compartment, and an expandable water bottle pocket.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Instead of anything too clingy or tailored, opt for a more bohemian-style approach with flowy wrap dresses, retro aviator shades, and faux leather sandals that can tackle Paris’ cobblestone streets but still look sleek enough for a beach club in Cannes or Saint-Tropez.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2026
Verb
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While historic curbside appeal remains intact, inside The Biltmore opens to an even more glamorous world, with shimmering chandeliers and a bright-white marble lobby setting the tone for an indulgent stay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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The Kansas City Chiefs star, also 36, purchased the sparkling suite from the late Hollywood icon that was worn by Swift, who matched it with a gold Maria Lucia Hohan Allar silk dress in shimmering fabric with a cut-out waist for the elegant evening.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
Verb
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Anika Reed Top model Gigi Hadid revealed that her Miu Miu look also had custom undergarments, comparing her sheer gown to an arts and crafts project with glittering patchwork detailing.—
Swasti Singhai,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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Safra owned it, living with his elegant wife Lily in a penthouse above a bank branch in the Monte Carlo district of glittering, diamond-sized Monaco, tucked along the exclusive French Riviera.—
Erin Moriarty,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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“Glistening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glistening. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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