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
The combination of yellow and light blue fabric offset against pink gemstones alongside the midsection of the frock evoked 80s energy.
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 8 Sep. 2025
The clocks also exude the elegant Art Deco feel that Cartier developed in that era, with materials such as rock crystal, onyx, mother-of-pearl, jade, and gemstones adding a sense of luxury.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
Crowther, who is known for her colorful gemstone jewelry, says she’s seen many people add colored stones to their rings in recent years.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 5 Sep. 2025
The spa menu includes massages, facials, and six healing rituals, such as the Restu Bumi, a spiritual cleansing massage featuring local tools, herbs, and warm gemstones.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 8 Sep. 2025
The clocks also exude the elegant Art Deco feel that Cartier developed in that era, with materials such as rock crystal, onyx, mother-of-pearl, jade, and gemstones adding a sense of luxury.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
Crowther, who is known for her colorful gemstone jewelry, says she’s seen many people add colored stones to their rings in recent years.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 5 Sep. 2025
The spa menu includes massages, facials, and six healing rituals, such as the Restu Bumi, a spiritual cleansing massage featuring local tools, herbs, and warm gemstones.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstone
Noun
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During the Edwardian period and early 20th century, luxury fur coats, full-length wraps, stoles, and extravagant collars were at the height of fashion—as much a symbol of wealth as any jewel.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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But the crown jewel will be the world’s highest observation deck at 644 meters (2,112 feet), providing panoramic 360-degree views that will undoubtedly become one of Earth’s most photographed vantage points.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The gems do just enough to keep the top decent, with a few hanging pieces across her bellybutton.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
14 Sep. 2025
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Nestled in the rolling hills of Capay Valley--45 minutes from Sacramento--this unexpected gem offers more than just slot machines and poker tables.—
David Weiss,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The high-energy track, which blends old school hip-hop vibes with rock elements, marks the first time a virtual group has ever produced a song and direct choreography for an audition survival series.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The wood-and-glass abode cuts a striking figure among Colorado’s Flatirons, with the structure actually carved into the slope and mimicking the chunky shapes of the rock formations.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
10 Sep. 2025
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Using Essie’s Good as Gold layered with Lights Lacquer glitter, the team achieved nails that gleamed like jewelry.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Sep. 2025
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The burglars used my pillowcases to haul off heirloom jewelry.—
Jennifer Jolly,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemstone. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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