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Recent Examples of scintillation
For me, the apotheosis of grandeur and scintillation was Northbrook Court in the 1980s.
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David Petitti, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
This seems rather an understatement to your correspondent., for the style, substance, silhouettes and scintillation of Anaïs C. jewels embody an earthly yet mystical mix of sustainably sourced, precious gemstones inside of primal jewelry forms.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
The researchers applied measurements of scintillation to determine the relative size of the region from where the FRB appeared.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Magnetospheric origin of a fast radio burst constrained using scintillation
NASA.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Scattering can also cause a random brightening/dimming of different areas of the spectrum, called scintillation, and somewhat analogous to the twinkling of stars caused by our atmosphere.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
The scintillation pattern indicates that the interstellar material of the source galaxy is acting a bit like a lens that is resolving the event.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
More scintillation means an origin in the turbulent magnetic environment around the neutron star; no observed scintillation would mean an origin further from the neutron star, favoring the shockwave theory.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 2 Jan. 2025
Germanium semiconductor detectors, radioactive cesium concentration detectors, sodium iodide scintillation spectrometers and more scan the produce for any signs of radioactivity.
—Kate Graham-Shaw, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2024
David Petitti, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
This seems rather an understatement to your correspondent., for the style, substance, silhouettes and scintillation of Anaïs C. jewels embody an earthly yet mystical mix of sustainably sourced, precious gemstones inside of primal jewelry forms.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
The researchers applied measurements of scintillation to determine the relative size of the region from where the FRB appeared.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Magnetospheric origin of a fast radio burst constrained using scintillation
NASA.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Scattering can also cause a random brightening/dimming of different areas of the spectrum, called scintillation, and somewhat analogous to the twinkling of stars caused by our atmosphere.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
The scintillation pattern indicates that the interstellar material of the source galaxy is acting a bit like a lens that is resolving the event.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
More scintillation means an origin in the turbulent magnetic environment around the neutron star; no observed scintillation would mean an origin further from the neutron star, favoring the shockwave theory.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 2 Jan. 2025
Germanium semiconductor detectors, radioactive cesium concentration detectors, sodium iodide scintillation spectrometers and more scan the produce for any signs of radioactivity.
—Kate Graham-Shaw, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scintillation
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Using portable X-ray fluorescence, a nondestructive way to identify geochemical fingerprints, the researchers confirmed that the Mexicas were partial to a particular green and golden obsidian to produce items for rituals.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
16 May 2025
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Showoff How the birds move can also affect the way their fluorescence shows up.—
Elizabeth Rayne,
Ars Technica,
23 Feb. 2025
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Designers love plaster for its depth, luminescence, and durability.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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The collaborative effort of the researchers led to the design of new types of nanoparticles whose luminescence color depended on applied force.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Jan. 2025
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City of Round Rock Senior Prom at Baca Center Come join the sparkle, shimmer and good vibes at the Baca Center Senior Prom.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Skip the heavy layers of foundation and contouring and go with minimal pops of color and touches of shimmer.—
Kristen Philipkoski,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Painted in the red, white, and blue of the French flag, sparkles are sublimated into its frame.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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An extra amount of sparkle was added with her Moussaieff jewelry, which Kim proudly showcased in selfies sprinkled throughout her post.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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Great Parks Spark in the Dark Illuminate the night by floating on glowing boats as the water glints and gleams.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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The man opened his hand, and the stadium lights reflected, at last, on a glint of silver.—
Jason Anthony,
The Atlantic,
14 June 2025
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As much as has been said about the future of Nashville’s East Bank, tangible change is still mostly a twinkle in the city’s eye.—
Austin Hornbostel,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Park develops an especially strong rapport with the audience, her wry delivery belied by a mischievous twinkle in her eyes.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
1 July 2025
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As an extra touch, Wang painted her age in glitter on her arm.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
30 June 2025
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Vee supercharges classic vanilla buttercream with bright colors and edible glitter.—
Sophie Levenson,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2025
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The cosmic duo will be visible for around two and a half hours before the glare of the rising sun hides the Pleiades from view.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
4 July 2025
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With a full understanding about both the financial stakes and the glare of a national spotlight, Tucker has avoided the distractions that could have derailed his performance.—
Phil Rogers,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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“Scintillation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scintillation. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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