as in cash
something (as pieces of stamped metal or printed paper) customarily and legally used as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, or a means of payment
all the gold in the world won't buy happiness
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Recent Examples of gold
Earl Carr, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2025
In a new paper, researchers report that sPHENIX measured both the number and energy of particles produced when gold ions smashed together at nearly light speed.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
This particular 40 mm reference (W1SP10) has a stainless-steel case and bracelet with rose-gold accents and a grey dial with a small seconds counter at 6 o’clock.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Russia doubled down on de-dollarization policies through increasing gold reserves and diversifying trade settlement currencies.
—Earl Carr, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2025
In a new paper, researchers report that sPHENIX measured both the number and energy of particles produced when gold ions smashed together at nearly light speed.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Endless Rose Striped Knit Mini Dress Go for a fashionable, preppy look in this sweater dress with wide horizontal stripes and gold button details at the hips.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
This particular 40 mm reference (W1SP10) has a stainless-steel case and bracelet with rose-gold accents and a grey dial with a small seconds counter at 6 o’clock.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gold
Noun
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Shortly before midnight, witnesses told police the man entered the banquet hall, grabbed a gift box that contained the cash and checks and then exited the building.—
Jack Moore,
ABC News,
6 Sep. 2025
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If no one wins the jackpot, the cash prize will continue to tick up.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In April, Tillis called for an investigation into Cawthorn for insider trading in connection with his promotion of a Let’s Go Brandon meme coin.—
Danielle Battaglia,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Sep. 2025
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But to those who hold them, especially in public safety, challenge coins are imbued with stories, camaraderie and honor.—
Divyaditya Shrivastava,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Cook, flipping occasionally, until deeply golden brown and crispy all over, 4 to 5 minutes, adjusting heat as needed to prevent overbrowning.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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Of course, this fallow year came during the ‘golden generation’ period.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Another person from the United States, Ciandrea Bryne Davis, has also been charged for their role in transferring money via cryptocurrency as a part of the conspiracy, officials say.—
David Ferrara,
The Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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The operation involved multiple money laundering schemes, often involving cryptocurrencies.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Today, The Vinoy, part of the Autograph Collection since 2023, seamlessly bridges its gilded past with a polished present.—
Katie Lara,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Outside, cold rain beats against the room’s high, gilded windows.—
Billy Perrigo,
Time,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Mongolia’s experience suggests that trust is the true currency of inclusion.—
Munkhtuya Rentsenbat,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Trust is the new currency of innovation, especially with AI.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Gold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gold. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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