The term 'SHINY, PERHAPS' can be solved in a crossword puzzle with two words: NEW and LIKENEW. The word NEW is a three-letter word that means not existing before; made, introduced, or discovered recently or now for the first time. The word LIKENEW is a seven-letter word that means appearing to be in the same condition as when NEW; having no signs of wear or damage. Together, these two words describe something that is shiny, perhaps because it is brand NEW or looks like it is brand NEW.