as in iridescent
having a rainbowlike play of colors
the sedan comes in an array of colors, with either a metallic or pearlescent finish
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Recent Examples of pearlescent
Pro Volume contains pearlescent shimmer whereas SuperShines’ 11 shades are sheer and shimmer-free.
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Sophia Panych, Allure, 26 Dec. 2024
Every shade has a pearlescent, subtly shimmery finish that creates a brightening, radiance-boosting effect all skin types (including those with mature or dry qualities) can benefit from.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 28 Dec. 2024
Chanel nail artist Betina R. Goldstein uses a pearlescent powder to give nude nails a shimmery iridescent shine before placing real freshwater pearls all over.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
Free Assembly Beaded Sweater Dress $32 $20 at Walmart
The sweater dress features pearlescent beading around the body that gives the otherwise simple dress a luxe and festive feel.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Sophia Panych, Allure, 26 Dec. 2024
Every shade has a pearlescent, subtly shimmery finish that creates a brightening, radiance-boosting effect all skin types (including those with mature or dry qualities) can benefit from.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 28 Dec. 2024
Chanel nail artist Betina R. Goldstein uses a pearlescent powder to give nude nails a shimmery iridescent shine before placing real freshwater pearls all over.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
Free Assembly Beaded Sweater Dress $32 $20 at Walmart
The sweater dress features pearlescent beading around the body that gives the otherwise simple dress a luxe and festive feel.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for pearlescent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pearlescent
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Exploring new techniques and tactile fabrications that emulate raw materials like steel, glass and leather — the Fall collection sees sculptural silhouettes crafted in glossy oil slick vinyls, iridescent silks, metallic lamé and intricate abstract embroideries that emulate tire tracks.—
Jackie Strause,
The Hollywood Reporter,
7 Feb. 2025
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Available in 15 colorways including denim, iridescent pink and baby blue, the collection is sold at walmart.com and in select Walmart stores.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
28 Jan. 2025
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Both are members of the botanical family Violaceae. 07 of 10 ‘Gem Apricot Antique’ Viola In addition to their soft, romantic colors, 'Gem Apricot Antique' petals also feature an opalescent cast and violet veining.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Feb. 2025
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Pair the mystical hue with opalescent textures, like an inlaid mother-of-pearl side table.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Jan. 2025
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The set includes 85 colorful pieces that are easy for toddler hands to pick up and place, including a car, number bricks, and characters.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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At the height of their popularity in the 1630s, a bona fide tulip mania swept through the country, and single bulbs of the most colorful species were worth more than their weight in gold.—
Chris Schalkx,
AFAR Media,
14 Feb. 2025
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Tiffany has a long-standing history with pearls, both nacreous—from oysters and mollusks—and non-nacreous, like Melo Melo pearls.—
Stellene Volandes,
Town & Country,
20 Feb. 2021
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Unfortunately, nacreous clouds also support chemical reactions that convert benign chlorine-containing molecules into a form that destroys Earth’s ozone layer.—
Rebecca Coffey,
Discover Magazine,
29 Jan. 2012
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“Pearlescent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pearlescent. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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