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
Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Give it a few days, then pop by on the last day to see what gems might have been left behind.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
This year’s promotions are especially ripe with small space-friendly gems like petite seating and versatile home decor.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 14 May 2026
Minerva Pictures is a boutique distributor of mostly elevated genre films, with a library comprising nearly 2,500 titles including some Italian gems that marked an era.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 12 May 2026
Emma Thynn, Marchioness of Bath, walks yet another famous set of stairs (the first was the Met Gala last week) in a flowing navy gown and Chopard gems.
—Alex Apatoff, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
This idyllic stretch of western New Jersey is dotted with postcard-pretty towns that blend Americana charm with elevated local eats, funky cultural gems, and a refreshing lack of pretension.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
Take the road less traveled, find hidden gems that aren't so much on the map, and be original in your itinerary.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 May 2026
Some absolute gems are the Laurieston on the Southside or The Belle on Great Western Road.
—Riza Cruz, Vogue, 11 May 2026
Noun
Assor serves as managing director and oversees the sourcing of gems and materials, while Janover, the creative director, leads the design process.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Give it a few days, then pop by on the last day to see what gems might have been left behind.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
This year’s promotions are especially ripe with small space-friendly gems like petite seating and versatile home decor.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 14 May 2026
Minerva Pictures is a boutique distributor of mostly elevated genre films, with a library comprising nearly 2,500 titles including some Italian gems that marked an era.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 12 May 2026
Emma Thynn, Marchioness of Bath, walks yet another famous set of stairs (the first was the Met Gala last week) in a flowing navy gown and Chopard gems.
—Alex Apatoff, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
This idyllic stretch of western New Jersey is dotted with postcard-pretty towns that blend Americana charm with elevated local eats, funky cultural gems, and a refreshing lack of pretension.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
Take the road less traveled, find hidden gems that aren't so much on the map, and be original in your itinerary.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 May 2026
Some absolute gems are the Laurieston on the Southside or The Belle on Great Western Road.
—Riza Cruz, Vogue, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gems
Noun
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Travel is a central theme for any Louis Vuitton creation, and its new array of megawatt Mythica jewels certainly ups the ante on the idea.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
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All production takes place in Hong Kong, where a team of about 10 artisans creates fewer than 100 jewels annually based on Janover’s designs.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Many hide their treasures behind unassuming wooden doors down narrow alleys, like Riad Dar Al Dall—This Time Tomorrow, or offer little or no signage indicating their presence.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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There could be treasures hiding, and it won't be picked over like the main areas.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
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Jackie Jackson is opulently dressed for a football game, diamonds blazing on both hands, chandelier earrings, and black high heels under her trousers.—
Gail Sheehy,
Vanity Fair,
20 Feb. 2026
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The weekend showcased Chanel snow boots, one-of-a-kind furs, diamonds the size of ice cubes.—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2026
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There might be a fight to escape, but even those few who crawl over rocks and grit and sand to reach terra firma find their surroundings changed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Also, this method has the potential to extract aluminum and iron from the rocks simultaneously, which adds more revenue opportunities for businesses that pursue it, even if the total cost isn’t as competitive as cooking limestone.—
Alex Knapp,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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But no matter the prodding, Terminus never wanted the patrons to feel cheated, so the games, while tricky, were winnable, and the prizes reasonable and fair.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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Scratch-off prizes expire one year from the date of sale, and winners are encouraged to immediately sign the back of the ticket and contact the Pennsylvania Lottery at 1-800-692-7481.—
Patrick Damp,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Rubies have long been called the king of gemstones, and these stones—chosen for their remarkable crystalline clarity—carry the kind of intensity collectors once only associated with the legendary Burmese rubies of decades past.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
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This differs from the traditional approach of many high jewelers, who often begin with exceptional gemstones because of their rarity and value.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Costumes are dark and minimal (at the end, Erika wears the same black-cocktail-dress-and-pearls ensemble that Vanessa wore at the opening); the staging is bare-bones—just a couple of chairs, stark lighting, no projections, and a few minutes of dry ice during the snow scene.—
Russell Platt,
New Yorker,
20 May 2026
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The award-winning Star Flower Niacinamide serum contains thousands of sparkling micro pearls, each packed with fresh, nutrient-rich actives for concentrated calming benefits and deep hydration to smooth the look of pores and fine lines.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 May 2026
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Basil also traps heat and humidity close to the ground, creating the ideal environment for summer-loving peppers, while also boosting the pepper's flavor both on the ground and on our plate.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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Then the glottis closes, which briefly traps air inside the lungs while the chest and abdominal muscles contract; in turn, pressure builds.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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“Gems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gems. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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