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
Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Each timepiece also comes with a matching strap—and the gems even extend to the buckle.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
To cap off the day and this drive, carry on south for even more to explore, from quieter beaches and scenic overlooks to neighborhood gems like Hyde Park and the peaceful Osaka Garden.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
From personal hygiene and car maintenance to uncovering the best music gems and mastering the art of waking up early, Arielle and Ned explore it all.
—Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 25 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, 22 May 2026
Three rings set with cabochon gems from Bulgari will also go under the hammer.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
To holiday like Dua, head to the Ionian coast to one of Southern Albania’s gems, like the private peninsula of Kep Merli, beside the UNESCO World Heritage Site Butrint.
—Chloe Laws, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 May 2026
The opportunity to recreate the look and feel of those old trash-cinema classics, as well as the hallmarks of era’s exploitation gems — from the VHS boxes of the numerous Camp Miasma sequels to the merchandising-friendly Halloween costumes and video games — was part of the appeal.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2026
Noun
This year’s fair will feature concerts at four venues and exhibits of artwork, woodworking, gardening, flowers, gems and minerals, hobbies, photography and K-12 student projects.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Each timepiece also comes with a matching strap—and the gems even extend to the buckle.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
To cap off the day and this drive, carry on south for even more to explore, from quieter beaches and scenic overlooks to neighborhood gems like Hyde Park and the peaceful Osaka Garden.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
From personal hygiene and car maintenance to uncovering the best music gems and mastering the art of waking up early, Arielle and Ned explore it all.
—Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 25 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, 22 May 2026
Three rings set with cabochon gems from Bulgari will also go under the hammer.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
To holiday like Dua, head to the Ionian coast to one of Southern Albania’s gems, like the private peninsula of Kep Merli, beside the UNESCO World Heritage Site Butrint.
—Chloe Laws, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 May 2026
The opportunity to recreate the look and feel of those old trash-cinema classics, as well as the hallmarks of era’s exploitation gems — from the VHS boxes of the numerous Camp Miasma sequels to the merchandising-friendly Halloween costumes and video games — was part of the appeal.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gems
Noun
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Great luxury jewels are designed to adorn with beauty and distinction, plus engineered and handmade to live and move on the body with ease.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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In the space of 15 years, a milestone that will be marked with a Paris soiree in early July, the company has leveraged its initial digital-first model of highly personalizable jewels made to order in France, into a business with some 100 employees.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Small treasures that a child holds onto for safety and comfort.—
Lyz Lenz,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2026
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In 2025, archaeologists in northern Germany uncovered a hoard of roughly 1,000-year-old Viking treasures after a metal detectorist alerted officials to the find.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
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The Desert diamonds product assortment is a contemporary expression of individuality, authenticity and personal style.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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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.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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Brith, who is ahead and in charge, is taking as her guide the stream, which sparks in the sunlight, cutting a narrow channel through the hillside, weaving itself around rocks and tree trunks, appearing and disappearing, diving underground then springing up in unexpected places.—
Maggie O’Farrell,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
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Out of sight, on its own jagged outcrop of granite rocks, stands ‘The House’.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Among other prizes, the victor would receive a cash reward (reportedly $5,000), a sports car, and a screen test—true markers of Tinseltown success.—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The festival presents awards in 13 categories, along with cash prizes for winners.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
2 June 2026
Noun
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Colored gemstones and a dozen different ceramic colors are used to create versatile jewelry looks that can be selected to suit one’s outfit or mood.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Rare, high-quality gemstones are at the core of each creation, combined with refined gold work and precise stone setting, allowing the natural energy and character of each stone to lead the design.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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In a world where people no longer dress up for dinner, guests here still throw on silk and pearls for lemon blinis and mahi-mahi caught by devoted fisherman Dennis ‘Barker’ Bovell—a fixture for the past four decades.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Sighting Shebara The speedboat and its four passengers—the captain, the skipper, my aforementioned scuba instructor and I—are cruising along the water when a mirage seems to appear in the distance, strung out like giant pearls floating on top of the sea.—
Lauren Keith,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
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Fabric softeners can leave a residue that traps heat and sweat in the sheets’ fibers, according to Schrader.—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
31 May 2026
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The weather is being driven by a heat dome—a block of high pressure that traps hot air—hovering over Western Europe.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
29 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Gems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gems. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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