as in glitter
something attractive but lacking in substance
a book that examines popular fame and finds it to be very disposable tinsel
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This could include small toys, tinsel, rubber bands or paper clips.
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Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 15 Aug. 2024
From mirror discs and tinsel to sequin embellishments and chainmail, there are a ton of sparkly styles to pick from for your big night out.
—Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 30 Apr. 2024
The result is a fish out of water comedy that sparkles like tinsel.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 16 July 2024
Move over, hair tinsel—there's a new way to add a little sparkle to your ‘do.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 27 June 2024
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Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 15 Aug. 2024
From mirror discs and tinsel to sequin embellishments and chainmail, there are a ton of sparkly styles to pick from for your big night out.
—Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 30 Apr. 2024
The result is a fish out of water comedy that sparkles like tinsel.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 16 July 2024
Move over, hair tinsel—there's a new way to add a little sparkle to your ‘do.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 27 June 2024
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“Tinsel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tinsel. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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