as in shining
giving off or reflecting much light
we could see our reflections in the shiny surface of the marble walls
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Recent Examples of shiny
The mild fats and proteins in milk can help remove dust and leave leaves looking shinier and healthier.
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Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
The stiff, shiny stuff is traditionally made from silk, but it can also be woven from manmade fibers like nylon and polyester.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 11 May 2026
Its shiny leaves will add visual appeal to your herb garden and attract beneficial pollinators.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
The formula’s efficacy comes from its silicone-forward ingredient list (yes, silicones—which are a good thing, according to the Abbey Yung hair method and a lot of professional hair stylists) which makes hair silky smooth and shiny and protects it from damage.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 11 May 2026
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Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
The stiff, shiny stuff is traditionally made from silk, but it can also be woven from manmade fibers like nylon and polyester.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 11 May 2026
Its shiny leaves will add visual appeal to your herb garden and attract beneficial pollinators.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
The formula’s efficacy comes from its silicone-forward ingredient list (yes, silicones—which are a good thing, according to the Abbey Yung hair method and a lot of professional hair stylists) which makes hair silky smooth and shiny and protects it from damage.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 11 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shiny
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Whatever political direction Democrats plan to take their party in two years at their National Convention to elect a presidential nominee, Denver offers a shining example of what a city looks like when governance goes right for many decades, led by heart and hard work.—
The Denver Post Editorial Board,
Denver Post,
5 May 2026
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So naturally in a state that treats basketball like a religion and the sport’s biggest stars like royalty, nobody casts a bigger shadow in this community now than the slender 6-foot-6, 196-pound, 19-year-old freshman who changed Final Four weekend with one brilliant shining moment Sunday afternoon.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Neither was a glowing example of how to win in the playoffs, but the Sabres deserve full marks for sticking with it and taking over the game.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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At the mid-sized company, any inquiries to the AI agent would come back with glowing comments about the vendor.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Beyond its luminous core, Messier 77 is also a highly active site of star formation.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
10 May 2026
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The Boot of Cortez, on the other hand, is 98 percent pure gold, and its rich, luminous hue exemplifies that composition.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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Because a bright sky helps subdue Venus's glare, this is a good time to inspect the planet telescopically, though its gibbous disk remains rather small and approximately seven-eighths illuminated.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
18 May 2026
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The trick is not to chase every bright idea.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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The Southern Hemisphere has its own polar lights known as the southern lights, or aurora australis, which create a dazzling display of their own.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Dreyer added an assist when the 19-year-old Soma scored his first career goal — a dazzling one — in his 12th appearance for a 3-0 advantage in the 54th minute.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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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
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The primary suite includes a dressing area and a marble bathroom with radiant heated floors and a soaking tub.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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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
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This is a particularly important period for singles to look for someone new who gives them a shimmering heart.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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Moore also wore a lavender off-the-shoulder gown crafted from sheer, shimmering fabric, complete with a flowing train and thigh-high slit that revealed matching lavender heels.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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“Shiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shiny. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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