shimmer
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Nearby, racks of sequined jackets shimmer with slogans like "Make Heaven Crowded," worn by supporters well into their seventies who, for a few days at least, dress more like pop fans than retirees.
From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026
She recommends using night mode on a mobile phone to take a photo of the shimmer as it will automatically adjust to the low light and amplify what is there.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
Nonverbal sung chorales often shimmer or glower beneath spoken text.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025
In the dining room, makeup artist Gabrielle Alvarez delighted in thoughtfully placed pops of color and galactic shimmer.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025
Her name had been embossed on the bracelet in glittery silver, making it shimmer.
From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson
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