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 city sparkled below like a spread of jewels, but now I had an idea what was hidden among the bright lights.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 27, 2025

Bellamy's adventurous new playing style was evident as Wales sparkled against the Euro 2024 quarter-finalists in Cardiff on Friday, even if they were unable to turn their dominance into victory.

From BBC • Sep. 6, 2024

It was a time when every presentation sparkled with the possibility of a glamorous TV shoot, and every first dinner with a guy could wind up with me wearing a pouffy white dress.

From Salon • Aug. 31, 2024

I noticed his hand shook a little, and his eyes sparkled.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns