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 card's almost all-black exterior is decorated with contrasting red lines and shiny silver in spots, giving it an overall edgy industrial look.
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PC Magazine, 4 June 2025
Opting for an almond shape and dark navy color, the shiny metallic look complimented her New Balance tennis dress nicely.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 2 June 2025
There are those who consider him as a nuisance to be rid of and others who see him as an attractive shiny object to try and influence.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 28 May 2025
After all these decades, astronomers want something shiny, fully modern and more capable: a new build with all the bells and whistles rather than a charming old Colonial that’s been remodeled piecemeal.
—Sarah Scoles, Scientific American, 28 May 2025
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PC Magazine, 4 June 2025
Opting for an almond shape and dark navy color, the shiny metallic look complimented her New Balance tennis dress nicely.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 2 June 2025
There are those who consider him as a nuisance to be rid of and others who see him as an attractive shiny object to try and influence.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 28 May 2025
After all these decades, astronomers want something shiny, fully modern and more capable: a new build with all the bells and whistles rather than a charming old Colonial that’s been remodeled piecemeal.
—Sarah Scoles, Scientific American, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shiny
Adjective
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Attendees rode in support of and alongside community member Eva Zamora, who is a shining example of how to live your best life with Parkinson’s disease and takes cycle classes at EōS regularly, a news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2025
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Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Eric Murphy, 35, proposed to Jasmin Lawrence, 29, last November in a small event with high production values: myriad candles, romantic lighting, flower petals covering the floor and a glowing orange heart as a backdrop.—
Christie D’Zurilla,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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Gleeson says Krasinski and Carell's support — and their glowing reports of their own experiences working on The Office — made accepting the role that much more affirming.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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Formulated with a potent blend of ceramides and panthenol, this moisturizer offers a rich, creamy texture that melts into the skin, delivering immediate moisture and a luminous glow.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 May 2025
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As a result, these devices can be highly reactive to bright sources of light, such as street lamps or the luminous glow of a full moon, which can obstruct your ability to see clearly in certain directions.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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While times are tough for recent college grads, the future looks bright for those with experience-building apprenticeships - especially in some trade roles where AI isn’t a threat.—
Chris Westfall,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Double-pane sliding glass windows throughout flood the space with natural light, making the whole home feel bright and open.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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The results give a dazzling, simultaneous impression of serenity and velocity—half zen garden, half hyperspeed blur.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
29 May 2025
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The event will feature a lineup of live entertainment, including performances by The Betties, the Orlando Gay Chorus, and the dazzling Kissimmee Queens.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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The prolific actor is always radiant, always promoting this project or the other, and always putting fresh and interesting brands on our radars.—
Isabel Serra,
Glamour,
29 May 2025
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Hanging, inevitably, over the weekend’s celebration was the current occupant of the Oval Office, a boiling black cloud compared to the radiant and sunshiny Reagan.—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Every sports league is better with a bad guy, and Reese subtly demeaning Clark is a brilliant marketing ploy.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2025
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Herbert works hard and plays hard — especially when his kids are out of town at camp, like Capricorns do, with his beautiful and brilliant wife, Lisa, by his side.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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Black denim takes on a satin effect with lustrous finishes.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
27 May 2025
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In a lustrous champagne hue, the material offered an additional shine to Davis’ ensemble.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
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“Shiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shiny. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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