Stars twinkled like diamond beads.
Meaning: The stars shone brightly and sparkled like precious stones.
Choice of Words: Stars are celestial bodies that emit light. Twinkled means to shine with a flickering light. Diamond is a precious stone known for its brilliance. Beads are small, round objects often used in jewelry. When you put them together, "Stars twinkled like diamond beads" means that the stars shone brightly and sparkled like precious stones.
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