1
as in jewels
a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament
a ring set with diamonds and other precious gems
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2
as in treasures
someone or something unusually desirable
that new car is a real gem she's dating a real gem these days
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Recent Examples of gems
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
But discovering neighborhood gems remains central to how Vetri eats in his own city.
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Carinne Geil Botta,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
These gems breathe new life into practically any space in a home, including bathrooms and kitchens.
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Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
Boutique gems, new offers win the day Elevated VIP-style vacays with truffles, oysters and bubbly are attainable with some tips and tricks.
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Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
In her will, Princess Diana left her gems to her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.
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Hadley Hall Meares,
Vanity Fair,
26 June 2026
Our team of shopping experts handpicked the absolute best deals in every department, which include big-ticket gems like Apple AirPods and Dyson vacuums, plus affordable fashion staples like $16 stretchy work pants and $13 comfy flip-flops for summer.
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Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
The popular eatery, located at 9335 Center Lake Drive in Wedgewood North, was recently named on OpenTable’s Top 10 list of neighborhood gems, CharlotteFive reported.
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Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is one of Georgia's most lush and verdant gems that stretches for 867,000 mountainous and wooded acres.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
Noun
The design features an array of glittery gems across the straps.
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Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
But discovering neighborhood gems remains central to how Vetri eats in his own city.
—
Carinne Geil Botta,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
These gems breathe new life into practically any space in a home, including bathrooms and kitchens.
—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
Boutique gems, new offers win the day Elevated VIP-style vacays with truffles, oysters and bubbly are attainable with some tips and tricks.
—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
In her will, Princess Diana left her gems to her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.
—
Hadley Hall Meares,
Vanity Fair,
26 June 2026
Our team of shopping experts handpicked the absolute best deals in every department, which include big-ticket gems like Apple AirPods and Dyson vacuums, plus affordable fashion staples like $16 stretchy work pants and $13 comfy flip-flops for summer.
—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
The popular eatery, located at 9335 Center Lake Drive in Wedgewood North, was recently named on OpenTable’s Top 10 list of neighborhood gems, CharlotteFive reported.
—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is one of Georgia's most lush and verdant gems that stretches for 867,000 mountainous and wooded acres.
—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gems
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Sophisticated setting techniques enhance each stone’s brilliance while preserving the fluid movement of the jewels.
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He is draped across a chair, jewels on his hand glistening, and fur rugs lining the floor.
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Behind the Global Sourcing Process Finding exceptional products takes more than browsing catalogs—HomeGoods buyers travel the globe continuously to uncover unique home treasures for every kind of shopper.
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The region is one of Queenstown’s untouched natural treasures.
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The Desert diamonds product assortment is a contemporary expression of individuality, authenticity and personal style.
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Towering campaign images of Bella Hadid draped in Chopard diamonds wrap portions of the driveway, turning the arrival itself into a luxury advertising campaign.
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Weather and public safety officials are discouraging people from going to the beach and are emphasizing that beachgoers stay out of the water and off the rocks.
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The riverfront includes steep inclines, large rocks and uneven ground that can be difficult for workers or machinery to manage safely.
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Eternal valor is on the line, along with cash prizes and a sequined belt.
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That’s not to mention an upcoming summer of local and national festivities that promises fireworks, parades, bands, speeches, prizes, and commemorative everything, from postage stamps and coins to musical compositions.
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The dome traps high pressure into one place, like a lid on a kettle.
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Clear Overgrowth Remove dense vegetation up against the house, which traps moisture and creates a cozy habitat for termites.
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And among these gemstones, Live Nation is shining the brightest, lawsuits and anti-trust investigations be damned.
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Her nails were a medium length with a rounded shape and each nail featured its own glittering motif, with a metallic silver base coat serving as the foundation for the large gemstones placed in the center of each finger.
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The strapless corset gown had a sheer illusion jacket embellished with pearls and was paired with a cathedral veil.
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David and Elizabeth Emanuel designed the perfectly '80s silk taffeta gown with a 25-foot-long train and 10,000 embroidered pearls, priced at about £90,000.
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“Gems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gems. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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