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
By juxtaposing humble materials like wood and tagua-nut shell with diamonds and gemstones, the line also questions conventional notions of what’s truly precious.
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Jill Newman, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2026
Colorful gemstones also dovetail nicely with some of spring’s biggest fashion and jewelry trends.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2026
How to Clean Diamond and Other Gemstone Rings Engagement rings or any jewelry with diamonds or precious gemstones need special care.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 23 Feb. 2026
Exceptional gemstones remained par for the course at Graff.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 20 Feb. 2026
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Jill Newman, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2026
Colorful gemstones also dovetail nicely with some of spring’s biggest fashion and jewelry trends.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2026
How to Clean Diamond and Other Gemstone Rings Engagement rings or any jewelry with diamonds or precious gemstones need special care.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 23 Feb. 2026
Exceptional gemstones remained par for the course at Graff.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstone
Noun
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The exhibition showcases more than 60 objects made of silver, gold, enamel and precious jewels from several European monarchs and rulers to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Mar. 2026
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From 2006 to 2011, the series, about a teenager named Miley Stewart who lives a double life as a pop singer, was the crown jewel of the Disney Channel empire at the peak of its stronghold over American youth.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
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Like Season 1’s Ronald Gladden, Anthony Norman proves there really are a few lovely gems still sprinkled among our ever-eroding society.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
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Her fresh braids were laid and neatly tucked under her signature paisley bandana, adorned by gems that reflected the strobe lights.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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As the space rock plunged through Earth’s atmosphere, the pressure wave caused sonic booms that were heard by some people in the area.—
Jesse Kirsch,
NBC news,
22 Mar. 2026
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The iconic sketch comedy franchise made its United Kingdom debut on March 21 with Saturday Night Live UK, tapping SNL alum Tina Fey as host and English indie rock band Wet Leg as the musical guest.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
22 Mar. 2026
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There will also be live music and local small businesses selling clothing, jewelry and home goods.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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The growing popularity of zodiac jewelry reflects younger generations’, and particularly Gen Z’s, broader interest in astrology and symbolism, as François suggests.—
Milena Lazazzera,
CNN Money,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemstone. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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