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
Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
The intimate Marais shop boasts gems like a transparent vinyl Comme des Garçons trench and a Jean-Paul Gaultier striped dress with oversized hood, and also creates its own collections and collaborations with local designers, all made from upcycled material.
—Clara Giampellegrini, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Our picks run the gamut—from home decor gems to high-tech gadgets, skin-care gift sets to culinary staples— but are still selective enough to feel special during the big unboxing reveal.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026
Editors’ Quince Insider Sale picks Yes, everything in this story is technically an editor favorite—but these are my absolute favorite gems of the bunch.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
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
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
But jewelry fans quickly could breathe a sigh of relief, as diamonds and other high-wattage gems quickly revealed themselves on the Oscars 2026 red carpet.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 16 Mar. 2026
What's more, Pamela Anderson wore the same gems to her first Met Gala in 2024, making this a full-circle upcycled jewelry moment.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Noun
Royals outfielders have turned in multiple web gems at Kauffman Stadium, but one exciting baseball play has been in short supply over the past decade.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
The intimate Marais shop boasts gems like a transparent vinyl Comme des Garçons trench and a Jean-Paul Gaultier striped dress with oversized hood, and also creates its own collections and collaborations with local designers, all made from upcycled material.
—Clara Giampellegrini, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Our picks run the gamut—from home decor gems to high-tech gadgets, skin-care gift sets to culinary staples— but are still selective enough to feel special during the big unboxing reveal.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026
Editors’ Quince Insider Sale picks Yes, everything in this story is technically an editor favorite—but these are my absolute favorite gems of the bunch.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
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
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
But jewelry fans quickly could breathe a sigh of relief, as diamonds and other high-wattage gems quickly revealed themselves on the Oscars 2026 red carpet.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 16 Mar. 2026
What's more, Pamela Anderson wore the same gems to her first Met Gala in 2024, making this a full-circle upcycled jewelry moment.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gems
Noun
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The Louvre could use a win—the institution was notoriously burgled last October, losing $102 million in jewels.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
26 Mar. 2026
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Since the Coco days, and well through Lagerfeld, Chanel has been known for piling on the gems and jewels.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2026
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Iranian movies have been among the treasures of world cinema long before the Oscars deigned to take notice, of course, and also before the Islamic Revolution installed the current regime, in 1979.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Also, sitting unrestored is the Uptown Theatre, acknowledged as one of Chicago’s most important architectural treasures, a music venue with a capacity not that different from the one proposed at the 1901 Project and a theater itself located in a neighborhood that needs investment.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 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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Relieved of their blindfolds, the men now wore heavy rucksacks filled with colored rocks representing their anger (red), guilt and shame (black), and sadness (blue).—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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To reduce the chances of snakes around your home, TPWD advises keeping your lawn trimmed low and removing brush, woodpiles, rocks, and debris where snakes and rodents may hide.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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In no event will Sponsor be responsible for awarding more than the number of prizes specified in these rules.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Fans can visit the booth to tackle a larger-than-life edition of the puzzle, with a chance to win special prizes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Shiny chrome made her nails look like literal gemstones.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
25 Mar. 2026
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Dangles and hoops showcasing beautiful gemstones from colored amethyst and topaz to radiant quartz colors.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Derpy McFlurry The Derpy McFlurry blends vanilla soft serve with berry-popping pearls in a wild berry sauce.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Derpy McFlurry, blends creamy vanilla soft serve with berry popping pearls in a wild berry sauce.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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This continental collision gave rise to the Zagros Mountains, which push down on the Arabian plate in a way that has created a basin in Earth’s crust that traps hydrocarbons—hence, all that oil and gas.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
12 Mar. 2026
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His handle is both his redeeming trait and what traps him in the half court.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Gems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gems. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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