sparkle
verb (used without object)
to issue in or as if in little sparks, as fire or light.
sparkled
Example Sentences
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Tuesday evening’s April quarter earnings sparkled, as sales of $3 billion and earnings 85 cents a share both surpassed analyst estimates.
From Barron's ● Jun. 3, 2026
The Japanese player continued her tradition of jaw-dropping looks at the majors with an outfit that sparkled like "the Eiffel Tower at night" at the French Open.
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
The MacArthur “genius grant” winner sparkled with sartorial edge as he strutted across the stage in a white tuxedo shirt to discuss his book “Emperor of Gladness.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 18, 2026
Cox sparkled for his 53 only to find Wood at long leg in Stokes' afternoon stint.
From BBC ● Nov. 13, 2025
They stood in the middle of smooth, soft sands that sparkled and shone like tiny stars.
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
