: something (such as a pattern) that resembles diverging rays of light
starbursts of color
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Recent Examples on the WebBoth have similar white speckles on their petals, but 'Starry Sky Burgundy' is deep red with a yellow starburst in the center, while 'Pink Sky' has cheery hot pink blooms. Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2022 The enormous mosaic, characterized by intense starburst regions and delicate-looking wisps of gas and dust, will help scientists study how galaxies interact and merge with one another. Denise Chow, NBC News, 12 July 2022 The starburst detailing in the center of her gown is similar to the angles and pattern of the award itself, which is also metallic silver and gold. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 5 July 2022 The duchess kept her neck bare and her loose, straight hair away from her face to showcase a par if dainty diamond starburst earrings. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 May 2022 The royal style maven paired the elegant number with black pumps and a matching clutch, as well as starburst drop earrings. Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 19 May 2022 Yet these rare collisions would be energetically insignificant, compared with the energy generated by the nuclear starburst—or by a rapidly accreting supermassive black hole that just received a supply of fuel from the galactic merger.Scientific American, 1 Apr. 2022 Together, the two aspired to draw audiences with an array of elaborate decor, including towering Moorish arches, starburst ceiling artwork and large Asian-style urns. Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Jan. 2022 Its star dangle crystal necklace is fun, while the Stella starburst necklace is eye-catching. Robin Raven, Forbes, 27 Jan. 2022 See More