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Recent Examples of gemmy
The Gemella collection includes statement bracelets inspired by pieces in their mother’s jewelry box as well as their irresistible gemmy sweetheart necklaces.
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Charlotte Diamond, Vogue, 24 June 2022
Charlotte Diamond, Vogue, 24 June 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemmy
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Restaurants serve authentic Italian fare over similarly spectacularly views of the sea, while guests unwind over transformative treatments in the opulent Irene Forte Spa between dips in the shimmering pool.—
Connor Sturges,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Apr. 2026
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This sweet barrier island promises shimmering beaches, towering dunes, peaceful bike paths, kayak-ready waterways, and a darling historic downtown.—
Anne Olivia Bauso,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
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As the doc’s creation Rocky (John Rivera), usually depicted as a glistening depiction of male beauty, appears here as a non-Adonis — a beefy, WWF-looking contender, in singlet and without a clue.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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Its four decks are decorated in sumptuous textiles, glistening marble, and deep colors accented with pops of gold—not to mention many replicas of Klimt’s work.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2026
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The satirical elements, the rhythm of the show, and the sparkling performances of our cast and guest stars have always had a comedic bent.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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In Muskegon County, two neighboring school districts are competing for a sparkling trophy.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The county became a glittering crystal mecca not necessarily because of top-down industrial policy, but because of a nearly all-consuming drive to hustle.—
Louise Matsakis Rachel Zheng,
Wired News,
20 Jan. 2026
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The song eventually escalates into a lecherous, breathless, glittering climax of incandescent synthesizers and melodic moans—an erotic asphyxiation depicted as utterly glorious.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
10 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Tina Knowles dazzles in a shimmery black dress at Bobbi Kristina's Serenity House 5th Annual Celebration Of Serenity Sneaker Ball on April 26 in Los Angeles.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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The 82-foot infinity saltwater pool on the ninth floor serves bright, refreshing bites and resort-y drinks in a setting that’s extra atmospheric thanks to Bangkok’s third-tallest tree, a sampong, which emerges from an elliptical opening to shade the breezy lagoon with its shimmery canopy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Its primary food source is the winter firefly (Diaphanes lampyroides), which attracts mates with a continuous, non-flashing light.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Aug. 2025
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This year, the rumors swirl, a constant, low hum: Outer Heaven and Cuatro Gato, two more flickering lights, are expected to fade.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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But there’s more flickering contrast in Narayan van Maele’s lensing, which alternates dun realism with occasionally hyperreal lighting and composition, particularly when the pagan promise of fire is in the frame.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2022
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“Gemmy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemmy. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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