Stars twinkled, winking at curious onlookers.

Meaning: The stars in the sky sparkled and seemed to wink at the people who were looking at them with interest and wonder.

Choice of Words: Stars are celestial bodies that emit light and heat. Twinkled means to shine with a flickering light. Winking means to close and open one eye quickly, often as a signal or to express amusement or affection. Curious means eager to know or learn something. Onlookers are people who are watching something.

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