luminous

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The event was exceptionally bright, and its light was further amplified by the gravity of a galaxy along the line of sight, making the distant explosion appear even more luminous.

From Science Daily • Mar. 16, 2026

Rarely used in jewelry, the dark navy of sodalite adds an unexpected layer of depth to Color Blossom’s existing luminous gemstone lineup.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

A luminous outline of Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores loomed over Caracas against the night sky in January.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

Although its host star belongs to a similar stellar class as our Sun, HD 137010 is cooler and less luminous.

From Science Daily • Feb. 12, 2026

I have this dream that he has dark hair and luminous skin and stars in his eyes.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill