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
Don’t get caught up in the shiny numbers.
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Alex Sherman,contessa Brewer, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
There also was a costume contest, live music and the auction of the previous Shiver queen's shiny purple ski suit.
—Kyle Werner, Des Moines Register, 9 Jan. 2026
While a shiny top-three pick at this year’s draft would help, this fan base is smart enough to understand that adding one elite prospect isn’t going to magically fix the future.
—Harman Dayal, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
The firm left for many of the same reasons Fortune 50 firm AT&T is planning to — parking, public safety and the allure of shiny and new.
—Nick Wooten, Dallas Morning News, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shiny
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Her world, fueled by her life, was the shining and irrefutable definition of integrity.—
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The best shining example of something that was influenced by us is the British version of The Office.—
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Bloom walked the carpet at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, absolutely glowing.—
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Like its predecessor, the new annex is a sleek, politely glowing object.—
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In the late afternoon light, the forest leaves were luminous.—
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If luminous primers weren’t your jam either, let this be your sign to finally give this one a try.—
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Bure is keeping her faith — and her Christmas crown — shining bright.—
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Researchers have discovered the brightest and most powerful flare ever seen from a supermassive black hole.—
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Just as Victor appeared to break open, Jackson leaped into the air, stretched his right arm skyward and pulled down a dazzling one-handed catch at the 3-yard line.—
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No longer limited to skulking around on a bar cart, metallic finishes like aluminum and brass are in the midst of a dazzling comeback.—
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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.—
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Martha Stewart is 84 years old and has some of the most enviable, smooth, radiant, and seemingly pore-free skin.—
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Look for ways to update those experiences with radiant-heat flooring and heated towel racks, and with shower and tub designs that offer multiple water experiences (from rainfall to powerful jet massages).—
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The most satisfying moments come when all the chaotic ephemera disperses to make space for shimmering, ambient chords.—
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The shimmering Sun unites with sweet Venus in your 6th House of Health, guiding you to streamline tasks while encouraging your peers and treating your body well.—
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“Shiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shiny. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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