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Recent Examples of scintillation
The researchers applied measurements of scintillation to determine the relative size of the region from where the FRB appeared.
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Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Magnetospheric origin of a fast radio burst constrained using scintillation
NASA.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Scattering can also cause a random brightening/dimming of different areas of the spectrum, called scintillation, and somewhat analogous to the twinkling of stars caused by our atmosphere.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
The scintillation pattern indicates that the interstellar material of the source galaxy is acting a bit like a lens that is resolving the event.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
More scintillation means an origin in the turbulent magnetic environment around the neutron star; no observed scintillation would mean an origin further from the neutron star, favoring the shockwave theory.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 2 Jan. 2025
Germanium semiconductor detectors, radioactive cesium concentration detectors, sodium iodide scintillation spectrometers and more scan the produce for any signs of radioactivity.
—Kate Graham-Shaw, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2024
While lacking some knowledge of the original source material may hinder the play’s clarity, the staccato rhythms iron out beautifully in a stunning second act that ties up every necessary loose end with scintillation.
—David John Chávez, The Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2024
The quality of light at the moment when totality begins is stupendous with an amazing show of iridescence, scintillation, and delicate colors.
—Michael E. Bakich, Discover Magazine, 22 Jan. 2024
Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Magnetospheric origin of a fast radio burst constrained using scintillation
NASA.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Scattering can also cause a random brightening/dimming of different areas of the spectrum, called scintillation, and somewhat analogous to the twinkling of stars caused by our atmosphere.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
The scintillation pattern indicates that the interstellar material of the source galaxy is acting a bit like a lens that is resolving the event.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
More scintillation means an origin in the turbulent magnetic environment around the neutron star; no observed scintillation would mean an origin further from the neutron star, favoring the shockwave theory.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 2 Jan. 2025
Germanium semiconductor detectors, radioactive cesium concentration detectors, sodium iodide scintillation spectrometers and more scan the produce for any signs of radioactivity.
—Kate Graham-Shaw, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2024
While lacking some knowledge of the original source material may hinder the play’s clarity, the staccato rhythms iron out beautifully in a stunning second act that ties up every necessary loose end with scintillation.
—David John Chávez, The Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2024
The quality of light at the moment when totality begins is stupendous with an amazing show of iridescence, scintillation, and delicate colors.
—Michael E. Bakich, Discover Magazine, 22 Jan. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scintillation
Noun
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The laser highlighted fluorescence naturally emitted from the skin, while the ink remained black, effectively eliminating the ink bleeding caused by aging and mummification.—
ByRodrigo Pérez Ortega,
science.org,
13 Jan. 2025
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Unlike with fluorescence, this process does not need an external source of light.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
9 Jan. 2025
Noun
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His face is a death mask: gaunt and soiled, teeth pebbly, eyes dilated but piercing in their last hint of blued luminescence.—
Matt Thompson,
SPIN,
3 Feb. 2025
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This luminescence is the hallmark of this mushroom, which gave rise to its common name: the ghost fungus.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Celebrity nail artist Coca Michelle dresses up French chrome tips with loads of silver shimmer to give nails a cool velvet finish.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
18 Feb. 2025
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Available in seven neutral shades, including two shimmer options gentle enough for sensitive eyes, this liner is the perfect mix of effortless application and serious staying power.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The new collection was inspired by the beauty and mystery of the night sky, featuring sparkles, celestial motifs and luminous details.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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On the collar of the dress was a glittering gold brooch, adding a touch of sparkle to Palmer’s attire.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Think bold reds, glints of gold, and just the right amount of flair to take you from polite family dinners to full-on bar crawls.—
Crystal Chen,
Vogue,
24 Jan. 2025
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Using specialized macro lenses, the crew captured millimeter-level details, from the glint in a spider’s eye to the fine hairs on a beetle’s mandibles.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Shaded picnic tables twinkle with Edison string lights overhead, and a huge wood-burning fireplace adds kick-back ambience.—
Catherine Dunwoody,
Forbes,
23 Nov. 2024
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In the evening, the super-size star lights up the night with twinkle lights.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
2 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Lean into shiny sequins, glitter, and other accessories to dazzle up your evening on Bourbon Street and beyond.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2025
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Anything with sequins, glitter, or sparkles instantly dresses up an outfit — especially for fancy events.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
Noun
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To use a poker analogy, Apple has called the UK’s bluff against a glare of negative publicity.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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Pasteur struggled to make out the path in the glare of sunlight bouncing off the ice.—
Carl Zimmer,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Scintillation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scintillation. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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