as in jewel
a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament
traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald
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Recent Examples of gemstone
Many are plastered with gemstones.
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Dominic Preston, The Verge, 1 May 2026
Mamdani did not specify in his comments where the diamond should be returned to, as multiple countries, including India, have expressed a claim to the gemstone.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
That doesn’t mean Mars is littered with glittering gemstones.
—Ryan Brennan
april 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Originating from ancient traditions, these gemstones were believed to have special significance, with each one associated with a particular month and linked to symbolism, such as protection, clarity, love, and renewal.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
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Dominic Preston, The Verge, 1 May 2026
Mamdani did not specify in his comments where the diamond should be returned to, as multiple countries, including India, have expressed a claim to the gemstone.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
That doesn’t mean Mars is littered with glittering gemstones.
—Ryan Brennan
april 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Originating from ancient traditions, these gemstones were believed to have special significance, with each one associated with a particular month and linked to symbolism, such as protection, clarity, love, and renewal.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstone
Noun
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The 1 3/16-mile long race is the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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Alexis Corbière and Alexandre Portier, the French MPs overseeing the government commission investigating the shocking October 19, 2025, Louvre jewel heist, have accused the museum of deprioritizing security at the museum.—
Leigh Anne Miller,
ARTnews.com,
13 May 2026
Noun
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This rare full mansion—a Gilded Age gem—in Brooklyn's Park Slope makes a persuasive exception.—
Natalie Hoberman,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Thursday was yet another gem by Suarez, who hasn’t allowed a run in his last 19 innings and five scoreless performances in his last six starts.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
15 May 2026
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The album’s closing song, a roots-rock reggae number with Sting on the chorus, represents the thirty-year evolution of Shaggy’s career.—
Natalie Meade,
New Yorker,
18 May 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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Not to be left out, high-end jewelry had quite a bit of success, too, with revenue growing by 18 percent compared to the previous year.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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The ship has a small but impressively provisioned boutique, filled with fine jewelry, high-end accessories, and some lovely beach and loungewear.—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
15 May 2026
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemstone. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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