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Recent Examples of gilt
The British government’s long-term borrowing costs grew higher, with the 30-year gilt yield closing at 5.563%, its highest level since 1998.
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Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 23 May 2025
And then there’s the emotional, irrational lift of gilt and glory, the baroque architecture, the Renaissance art, the history stretching back to Jesus and Saint Peter.
—Howard Chua-Eoan, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
The 30-year gilt yield soared up to 30 basis points at one point, marking a fresh 27-year high, and was last up 25 basis points.
—Chloe Taylor,jenni Reid, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
Golden is better than gilded, but even gilt is better than iron.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
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Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 23 May 2025
And then there’s the emotional, irrational lift of gilt and glory, the baroque architecture, the Renaissance art, the history stretching back to Jesus and Saint Peter.
—Howard Chua-Eoan, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
The 30-year gilt yield soared up to 30 basis points at one point, marking a fresh 27-year high, and was last up 25 basis points.
—Chloe Taylor,jenni Reid, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
Golden is better than gilded, but even gilt is better than iron.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gilt
Noun
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These formulas, which include body oils and creams alike, are a far cry from the ultra-sticky body glitter of our teen years (but will still satisfy your nostalgic, sparkle-loving heart).—
Marie Lodi,
Allure,
16 July 2025
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Whether depicted in shades of red, white and blue or awash with glitter, there’s lots of ways to toast this holiday weekend!—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
Noun
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These long-staple organic cotton sheet sets prove even the subtlest embellishments are worth getting right, showcasing delicate eyelets, hand-finished embroidery, and smooth, undulating edges.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
14 July 2025
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And, the embroidery on the pillowcases adds a nice touch.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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In fact, its influence is still being felt — one obvious example being in the design of the White House’s new pro-Trump news portal, White House Wire, which mimics the look and feel of Drudge’s familiar layout.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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In design, this translates to soft color palettes and ornate details.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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“Gilt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gilt. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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