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luster

[luhs-ter] / ˈlʌs tər /


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Nevertheless, her account gives luster to a less-trodden route in commercial and colonial history.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

She reapplied their gold luster, which burned off in the fire.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

This newly identified behavior helps explain why gold jewelry, coins, and other objects can retain their luster for centuries.

From Science Daily Jul. 12, 2026

What once seemed exciting and new — this new house, namely — has lost its luster.

From MarketWatch Jun. 25, 2026

She is wearing a cream-yellow blouse with a collar the luster of the absent moon.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García




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