glitter
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
Shirts by Niamh, a business providing custom designs, has more than 100,000 followers on TikTok and charges up to £35 for shirts with glitter, gems, spray paint and feathers.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026
It’s New Year’s Eve glitter, minus the frostbite.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 27, 2026
The percussion pounds like nobody’s business, opening the score up to all the implied emotion and glitter on an over-stuffed stage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 5, 2026
Behind the pomp and glitter, each school chooses an annual theme, often linked to Afro-Brazilian heritage, social or political commentary, mythology and environmental issues.
From Barron's ● Feb. 15, 2026
The little loudmouth flipped out of the Story Box, light trailing off her like streams of glitter.
From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia
Called both postmedieval and early modern, the Renaissance glitters as a bridge period that helped bring about the modern age.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 6, 2026
All that glitters isn’t gold, but it’s easy to see why investors will continue to take a shine to it—and other metals—even after their historic run.
From Barron's ● Jan. 30, 2026
The glass panels gleam in the sun, like an outsize version of the prismatic bluish-purple gem that glitters in the light.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2024
But the New York attorney general indicated soon after that all that glitters is not gold.
From Salon ● Apr. 10, 2024
There ain’t much light to see by, but the rich side of town glitters like a jewel in dung.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
They glittered in gold platform heels, black and tan powersuits, and fur-lined wool dresses for the winter chill lingering in Washington.
From Salon ● Mar. 19, 2026
They also didn’t reinvest farm income or Exxon’s dividends, and they picked another specific date when gold had glittered.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 27, 2026
Ung’s crystal-embellished pants glittered as she moved across the makeshift dance floor; they were the same pants she’d worn the night of the shooting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 17, 2023
A line of cars glittered in the sun as they crawled just inches above the ground, gliding past a “NO CRUISING” sign at a popular park near downtown Los Angeles earlier this month.
From New York Times ● Oct. 17, 2023
His brass glittered when it caught the reflection of the Christmas lights.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
With a full beard, glittering earrings in both ears and braces on his teeth, Wallace is the man on campus.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
Buttler produced a vintage innings of touch and power following a relatively barren run, recording his highest score in a glittering T20 career.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
That’s why some of the most miserable moments in his glittering career have come from the penalty spot.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
Residents can also cool off with a dip in the glittering pool, which comes complete with a large lounging area.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 7, 2026
Once she could have sworn she saw figures standing on tiptoe on the glittering surface of the water.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing glitter
"The Earth Under Sky Bear's Feet"
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Towers Falling
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Jess and Layla's Astronomical Assignment
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
