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Recent Examples of scintillation
For me, the apotheosis of grandeur and scintillation was Northbrook Court in the 1980s.
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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
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The show features vibrant paintings created with unusual color combinations in fluorescence and neon not typically found in nature.—
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In the past, researchers monitored early signs of plant stress by taking small samples or observing changes in fluorescence.—
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Designers love plaster for its depth, luminescence, and durability.—
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The collaborative effort of the researchers led to the design of new types of nanoparticles whose luminescence color depended on applied force.—
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Guitarist Justin Ostrander laid down a chill solo live on the first pass, and drummer Evan Hutchings added some shimmer with his cymbal work.—
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The beads are covered in crystals for just the right amount of shimmer to accessorize any type of outfit, from casual to dress up.—
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The movement of the natural material in its base contrasts the smoothness of its cushioned top, and the brass detailing adds a hint of fun sparkle.—
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Homeowners are using metallic details to add sparkle to their home interiors.—
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The images often frame Bono in shadow, with glints of light around him, lending a chiaroscuro elegance to his presence.—
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The glint of the sun, gleaming light, on the tops, and shadow, darkness in the troughs.—
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There are trees dusted in snow, a stone fireplace with a roaring fire, and yes, twinkle lights.—
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The 2025 Met Gala is all but a twinkle in our collective eye—or a sequin on a dress a few days discarded.—
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But reaching well past the black shadow was an abundance of silver glitter.—
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But Dante sparkles in the spotlight, green glitter gleaming on his spirit animal wings.—
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Restoring the luster Nordstrom department stores once had, and getting out from under the glare of Wall Street, is the basis for Nordstrom going private.—
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The snappers are standing in a group with their camera lenses pointed towards the back row of the tiny seated area, prompting several dozen people to turn around and glare in the same direction.—
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“Scintillation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scintillation. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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