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luminescence

[loo-muh-nes-uhns] / ˌlu məˈnɛs əns /
NOUN
moonlight
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Fabrics with sheen or brocade thread add luminescence in the darkened church setting, says Walicka Maimone: “Only so much lighting can come from the windows. We need to lift the palette and create the sparkle.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

The determination to find greatness in the ordinary gives “Song Sung Blue” a magical, unforced luminescence that much more immodest films usually lack.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 24, 2025

Their luminescence highlights the crowd while also creating a more intimate, reflective atmosphere.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2025

The scientists used a technique called luminescence dating to work out the age of the star dune.

From BBC Mar. 3, 2024

Sierra squinted into the shifting luminescence of the moon’s reflection, trying to adjust her eyes, and then she was sure of it: A glow was rising beneath her.

From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older




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