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luminous

[loo-muh-nuhs] / ˈlu mə nəs /




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There are K-Pop Demon Hunters-themed skincare packs for a "glow-boosting routine" for "skin that looks luminous".

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

A luminous, red rectangular abstract by Mark Rothko sold for $85.8 million on Thursday, a solid kickoff to what’s poised to be ebullient spring auctions in New York.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Sophy Romvari’s luminous debut feature “Blue Heron” is a loving and studious act of remembrance.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

The artifacts — yellowing parchment with slight marks of stress at the edges and an intricately detailed stone tablet — are almost luminous under dim overhead lights at the exhibit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

The substance inside was made from the dried and crushed bodies of luminous deep-sea fishes.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo




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