The word "glimmer" refers to a faint or brief flash or sparkle, often seen in light reflecting off something shiny. It can also mean a hint or suggestion of something, as if it is just barely visible or detectable.
Usage examples
The tiny glimmers of light reflected off the surface of the still lake.
She saw a glimmer of hope in his eyes, amidst all the despair.
As the storm cleared, a glimmer of a rainbow appeared on the horizon.
The team's performance showed a glimmer of promise for the upcoming season.
When she received the job offer, a glimmer of excitement crossed her face.
In the pitch-black night, a glimmer from a distant cabin gave them a sense of direction.
The old abandoned house had a single glimmer of light coming from one of the windows.
Despite their differences, there was a glimmer of understanding between the two rivals.
The toddler's eyes widened with delight when he caught a glimmer of a colorful balloon.
In the depths of his grief, there was still a glimmer of gratitude for the support he received.
That was my last of glimmer of hope that we would figure this out. (exclusivepumping.com)
No need to feel you're missing out without a fireplace to hang them.I always love a touch of glimmer in my decor to offset the rustic character of the vintage wood pieces. (designthusiasm.com)
Rather, this exhibition feels like a graveyard of the establishment's broken promises with glimmers of hope from some of its suffering citizens. (theguardian.com)