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scintillation

noun

Definition of scintillation

as in fluorescence

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Recent Examples of scintillation While the team did not identify a repeating pattern in the scintillation changes, the study notes future observing campaigns lasting longer than a year could further refine predictions and improve corrections for interstellar distortion. — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 Jan. 2026 For example, the military's ultra-hardened Advanced Extremely High Frequency satellites in geosynchronous orbit are designed to operate through an electromagnetic pulse and nuclear scintillation. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025 These are stones that demonstrate exceptional light return, fire, scintillation, balanced symmetry and minimal light leakage, along with ideal shape outline. — Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025 For me, the apotheosis of grandeur and scintillation was Northbrook Court in the 1980s. — David Petitti, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025 That is, when the numerical weather predictions matched the actual weather, the scintillation predictions also correctly matched the observed fading of the optical link. — IEEE Spectrum, 30 Jan. 2025

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Noun

The software then analyzes X-ray fluorescence signals to detect particles that match specific chemical patterns.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026
Many pigments available to ancient Egyptian artists have elemental markers detectable by X-ray fluorescence imaging.

— Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of fluorescence

Noun

Studying the effects of this fluctuating luminescence on interpreting gesture may tell us whether speech has significant benefits around an evening campfire.

— Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
Her exhibit design vision, envisaged in partnership with partner Paul Cournet and his studio Cloud, incorporated luminescence and hues that radiated from the gems, dictating the color palette of purple, green, yellow and pink.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 25 June 2026

Definition of luminescence

Noun

But the brand’s shimmer has worn off over the decades, first under Ford and then under India’s Tata Motors, which bought Jaguar Land Rover in 2008.

— Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 10 Oct. 2026
The shimmer of the dress was complemented by Johnson’s jewelry pieces, which included earrings, a ring and necklace courtesy of Roberto Coin, for whom Johnson serves as a global brand ambassador.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of shimmer

Noun

The actress, who had her first child with husband Josh Allen in early April, went minimalist with her jewelry, keeping the sparkle and shine of her look the focus.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Emma Bunton Presenter Emma Bunton spiced up the carpet in a black ensemble with a subtle sparkle from Annie’s Ibiza plus bangles and platform pumps.

— Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of sparkle

Noun

And because water and most other liquids can’t persist on a planet’s surface without an insulating blanket of air, seeing such a glint could signal the presence of an atmosphere as well.

— Phil Plait, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2026
Now that the greige days are finally behind us, a glint of sparkle truly delights.

— Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of glint

Noun

The airy New Preston wine bar with its twinkle-light patio perched on a hill is the ideal place for an al fresco aperitivo.

— Christina Pérez, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026
The vine features black leaves, twigs, and twinkle lights that add a touch of Victorian gothic charm to any display.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of twinkle

Noun

The art of assemblage, a cobbling together of things with glue, glitter, and grit, became a way of life.

— Leslie Camhi, New Yorker, 16 Oct. 2026
But Huettl’s personal favorite looks are ones that she’s created for games with a good cause, such green elastics, glitter, and hair ties for the team’s Mental Health Awareness Game or pink details for the Breast Cancer Awareness Game.

— Audrey Noble, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of glitter

Noun

The glare cast by the 74%-lit waxing gibbous moon will hide fainter shooting stars for much of the night.

— Anthony Wood, Space.com, 17 Oct. 2026
He was constantly interrupted by phone calls, the glare of television lights and accepted his good wishes of his friends across the country.

— Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026

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