as in gems
someone or something that is highly valued or admired
With her rare all-round talent for sports, she was a diamond of a player.
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as in jewels
to make more attractive by or as if by adding diamonds
The ballroom soon filled with diamonded guests ready to dance.
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Recent Examples of diamonds
Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Inspired by Brontë’s bracelet, McCormack—whose work is influenced by the Victorian and Georgian eras—created a pair of drop earrings made of garnets, diamonds, and pearls.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2026
Camilla’s decision to wear the brooch—which is embellished with diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds—is a subtle but strong show of support for her husband of over 20 years.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
In the city of South Gate, there’s three high schools nearby one another, which draws fans to gyms, football fields, soccer fields, baseball and softball diamonds.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Emily Austin dazzled in a Retrofete silver and black gown, and diamonds by Wrist Aficionado — paired with a statement USA clutch.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Feb. 2026
Physically, natural and lab-grown diamonds have the same durability.
—Rick Ritter, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
Plain versions start at $29,930, but designs further elevated with diamonds, mother-of-pearl, and other stones, start at $228,630, price tags that befit such heirloom quality.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2026
Biden's wife, former first lady Jill Biden, received a bottle of Ormonde Jayne perfume and an 18-carat gold necklace with diamonds from the emir of Qatar and his spouse.
—Matthew Lee The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 30 Jan. 2026
Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
Cheerfully unconcerned with any notion of what real lawyers might wear to work, costume designer Paula Bradley creates her own fantasy version of office wear involving jewel-tone hats and gloves, diamonds the size of baseballs and enormous displays of cleavage.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
Astrochemistry could also benefit from the idea that diamonds in meteorites and rocks may form through cosmic particle irradiation, rather than solely through heat and pressure.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025
Lucid in its clean, limpid minimalism, Mitchell’s prose was like a beautiful, clear river, its bottom not muddy but sparkling—sparkling with what might simply be gravel catching the light or, perhaps, diamonds worth diving for.
—Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2025
Noun
For decades, the crown dazzled millions of visitors with its 1,354 diamonds and 56 emeralds, accenting eight palmettes alternating with stately gold eagles.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Inspired by Brontë’s bracelet, McCormack—whose work is influenced by the Victorian and Georgian eras—created a pair of drop earrings made of garnets, diamonds, and pearls.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2026
Camilla’s decision to wear the brooch—which is embellished with diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds—is a subtle but strong show of support for her husband of over 20 years.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
In the city of South Gate, there’s three high schools nearby one another, which draws fans to gyms, football fields, soccer fields, baseball and softball diamonds.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Emily Austin dazzled in a Retrofete silver and black gown, and diamonds by Wrist Aficionado — paired with a statement USA clutch.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Feb. 2026
Physically, natural and lab-grown diamonds have the same durability.
—Rick Ritter, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
Plain versions start at $29,930, but designs further elevated with diamonds, mother-of-pearl, and other stones, start at $228,630, price tags that befit such heirloom quality.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2026
Biden's wife, former first lady Jill Biden, received a bottle of Ormonde Jayne perfume and an 18-carat gold necklace with diamonds from the emir of Qatar and his spouse.
—Matthew Lee The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
The weekend showcased Chanel snow boots, one-of-a-kind furs, diamonds the size of ice cubes.
—Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
Cheerfully unconcerned with any notion of what real lawyers might wear to work, costume designer Paula Bradley creates her own fantasy version of office wear involving jewel-tone hats and gloves, diamonds the size of baseballs and enormous displays of cleavage.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
Astrochemistry could also benefit from the idea that diamonds in meteorites and rocks may form through cosmic particle irradiation, rather than solely through heat and pressure.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025
Lucid in its clean, limpid minimalism, Mitchell’s prose was like a beautiful, clear river, its bottom not muddy but sparkling—sparkling with what might simply be gravel catching the light or, perhaps, diamonds worth diving for.
—Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diamonds
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Stocks at Night Email Newsletter From the CNBC Pro staff comes an evening playbook on Wall Street’s biggest headlines, moves, and hidden gems from the day, and get a first look at tomorrow’s stock market moving moments.—
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CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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Below, browse through flattering wide-leg jeans, expensive-looking ballet flats, and delicious cashmere tops, just to name a few gems.—
Cheryl Wagemann,
InStyle,
11 Feb. 2026
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The Duchess of Sussex was styled by Eric Archibald and Tracy Robbins, and wore a custom gown by Harbison Studio by Ccharles Harbison with Maison Mèrenor jewels.—
Andrea Navarro,
Vogue,
8 Feb. 2026
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Could these be the jewels that gave Johor its name?—
Jeff Chu,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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Sokolowski says leaving it wet or bunched on the floor traps water and encourages mold, mildew, and odor, which break down fibers over time.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
6 Feb. 2026
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In the winter, warmer air sits above the valley level and colder air lowers to the valley floor, creating a lid that traps the fog, frequently for days or weeks.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Diamonds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diamonds. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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