Shimmer
Shimmer verb - To shoot forth bursts of light.
Usage example: a sequined dress shimmering under the studio lights
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Winkle and shimmer are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Winkle" instead a verb "Shimmer".
Winkle
Winkle verb - To shoot forth bursts of light.
Usage example: under a canopy of winkling stars, the campers bedded down for the night
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Synonyms for Winkle
Shimmer and winkle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Shimmer" instead a verb "Winkle".
Nearby Words: winkling, winkled
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