scintillation

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Recent Examples of scintillation For me, the apotheosis of grandeur and scintillation was Northbrook Court in the 1980s. David Petitti, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025 This seems rather an understatement to your correspondent., for the style, substance, silhouettes and scintillation of Anaïs C. jewels embody an earthly yet mystical mix of sustainably sourced, precious gemstones inside of primal jewelry forms. Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025 The researchers applied measurements of scintillation to determine the relative size of the region from where the FRB appeared. Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025 Magnetospheric origin of a fast radio burst constrained using scintillation NASA. Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025 Scattering can also cause a random brightening/dimming of different areas of the spectrum, called scintillation, and somewhat analogous to the twinkling of stars caused by our atmosphere. John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025 The scintillation pattern indicates that the interstellar material of the source galaxy is acting a bit like a lens that is resolving the event. John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025 More scintillation means an origin in the turbulent magnetic environment around the neutron star; no observed scintillation would mean an origin further from the neutron star, favoring the shockwave theory. Robert Lea, Space.com, 2 Jan. 2025 Germanium semiconductor detectors, radioactive cesium concentration detectors, sodium iodide scintillation spectrometers and more scan the produce for any signs of radioactivity. Kate Graham-Shaw, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scintillation
Noun
  • In addition to multispectral imaging, the researchers also used X-ray fluorescence, which surveys elemental composition, and fiber-optic reflectance spectroscopy, which analyzes pigments.
    Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Mar. 2025
  • And rendering specialists need it to accurately simulate real-world optical effects like dispersion (rainbows from prisms, for example) and fluorescence.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The collaborative effort of the researchers led to the design of new types of nanoparticles whose luminescence color depended on applied force.
    Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Its sawtooth roofline’s skylights that once poured shadowless daylight onto the factory floor now provide the perfect luminescence for minimalist sculpture.
    Justin Davidson, Curbed, 12 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Not to mention, the formula also has a very light shimmer to it that leaves behind a stunning glow on your skin.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
  • The water below shimmers despite the residue of metal.
    Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Pauline and the baron maintained separate apartments in Paris and would see each other by appointment so that their relationship would maintain its sparkle and excitement.
    Ralph Rucci, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Among the players who attended the event, several embraced their own individual approach to style with suited looks, sparkles, pops of vibrant color and more.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The glint of the sun, gleaming light, on the tops, and shadow, darkness in the troughs.
    Casey Cep, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The light from the lake glints through the windows and falls across Marcus’s face.
    Rachel Raposas, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • These commercial-quality clear twinkle net lights are built to last for years.
    Nora Colomer, Fox News, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Walking into the cozy cafe – decked out with colorful throw pillows and twinkle lights – feels like being embraced in a welcoming hug.
    Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • To make, follow these steps: Fill small paper plates or bowls with glitter and sequins.
    Annabelle Canela, Parents, 16 Apr. 2025
  • See the Best Photos of the Hollywood Heartthrob Over the Years 04 of 14 'The Great Gatsby' Broadway Musical The lavish parties and glitter of Gatsby’s world are perfect for a Broadway musical, and the production directed by Marc Brunidoes does not disappoint.
    Danielle Teller, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Singles players routinely react with varying intensities of glare if an opponent sends a smash in their direction, because there is often more open court at which to aim.
    Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Under the glare of the desert floodlights, a title fight that has been quietly smoldering since Melbourne has now erupted into an open flame.
    Kanzah Maktoum, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025

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“Scintillation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scintillation. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.

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