- present participle of glitter.
glittering
Example Sentences
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Underneath the moody ensemble, Osaka wore a glittering gold tennis dress, with the sequins reflecting the scorching Paris sun.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Underlying all that is the fragile ego of a state whose outward brassiness is often a cover for an inferiority complex stoked by its glittering neighbor.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
There’s no more reason for Kelly to feign deference to journalistic standards, because there’s no more glittering future in them.
From Slate • May 6, 2026
The Met Gala hosted some of music's most glittering stars: Madonna, Cher and Stevie Nicks are all in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
“I made this for you last night.'' She held one up; the glittering metal sparkled with Brigit's first and last name. “When you place it onto the map, you'll travel.''
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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