treasure trove
noun
1
: treasure that anyone finds
specifically
: gold or silver in the form of money, plate, or bullion which is found hidden and whose ownership is not known
2
: a valuable discovery, resource, or collection
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Examples of treasure trove in a Sentence
Divers found a treasure trove of gold and silver in the wreckage of a ship that sank hundreds of years ago.
the ancient city, having been almost perfectly preserved under volcanic ash for nearly 2,000 years, is proving to be a treasure trove of archaeological information
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Larson also amassed a treasure trove of original factory documents, letters, technical specs, and period photography covering the car’s long racing history.
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Howard Walker, Robb Report, 3 Feb. 2025
Afterward, the shop is a treasure trove of sweet treats that double as perfect souvenirs.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2025
These customer interactions are a treasure trove of data, which makes organizations data-rich.
—Tom Lewis, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Last time, the comments section was a treasure trove of thoughtful notes, awesome theories, and delightful conversation.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
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Howard Walker, Robb Report, 3 Feb. 2025
Afterward, the shop is a treasure trove of sweet treats that double as perfect souvenirs.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2025
These customer interactions are a treasure trove of data, which makes organizations data-rich.
—Tom Lewis, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Last time, the comments section was a treasure trove of thoughtful notes, awesome theories, and delightful conversation.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Treasure trove.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/treasure%20trove. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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