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flicker - (of light or a source of light) shine unsteadily; vary rapidly in brightness

The flickering candle did not provide enough light to see what was in the room.

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overcast - With a sky completely full of clouds

Though the sky was completely overcast, the team arrived at the football field hoping that it would not rain.

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haze - A physical or mental lack of clarity.

The morning haze made it hard to see the road clearly.

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ignite - To cause something to catch fire or become inflamed.

Historians discuss and search for the event that ignited the French Revolution.

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dim - A state or quality of being faintly lit or poorly illuminated.

The campsite was quiet and dim, lit only by the moonlight

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eclipse - A temporary reduction or obscuring of the light or importance of something, often used metaphorically.

The rise of smartphones brought about the eclipse of older mobile devices.

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glow - A warm or radiant appearance, often referring to a person's healthy or vibrant complexion.

The glow from the fireplace made the room feel cozy and inviting.

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sparkle - To shine brightly with flashes of light

The river sparkled with the sunlight shining down on it.

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aura - The distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, thing, or place.

She was immediately attracted to the aura of light and peace that seemed to emanate from him, though she realized this required validation and investigation.

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twinkle - (of a star or light, or a shiny object) To shine with a gleam that varies repeatedly between bright and faint

The star twinkled above Denise like a blinking traffic signal.

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shrouded - Something that is covered or hidden

Many feel that the real story behind the Kennedy assasination is shrouded in mystery.

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glitter - Tiny pieces of sparkling material used for decoration

For arts-and-crafts enthusiasts, glitter is a popular and lively decoration.