imperials

noun

plural of imperial
as in plums

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  1. plums
  2. diamonds
  3. treasures
  4. crown jewels
  5. gems
  6. pearls
  7. jewels
  8. phenomena
Noun
  • Morton kosher salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring often and smashing fruit with a wooden spoon or heatproof rubber spatula, until plums are broken up and mixture thickens to a jammy consistency, 10–15 minutes.
    — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Aug. 2026
  • That, however, is softened by plums and blueberries, with a dash of honeysuckle and jasmine.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 31 July 2026
Definition of plums
Noun
  • It was set into an oval ring face adorned with blue enamel, diamonds and pearls.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • This arrangement keeps atoms from sliding away from each other and makes diamonds one of the hardest materials in the world.
    — Robin Macaluso, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of diamonds
Noun
  • New lighting and wall labels, redesigned layouts, and the introduction of new services are all aimed at enhancing the visitor experience, while the Uffizi will protect its treasures through improved conservation and security schemes.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Louisiana Located along Baton Rouge's eclectic Government Street corridor, Circa 1857 and The Pink Elephant are must-stops for travelers who love uncovering one-of-a-kind treasures with a story.
    — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of treasures
Noun
  • However, since Spider-Man franchise is among Sony’s crown jewels, the studio has in the past few years handled its home entertainment plans a bit differently.
    — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • But this past summer, that itch has felt more like a siren’s call as, like many outdoors lovers, I’ve been saddened by reports of serious overcrowding at one of America’s crown jewels.
    — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026
Definition of crown jewels
Noun
  • York, a key settlement since Roman times when it was known as Eboracum, is one of Britain’s gems.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Goldie Hawn, 80, danced in a plunging black swimsuit with a neckline studded with silver gems.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of gems
Noun
  • It was set into an oval ring face adorned with blue enamel, diamonds and pearls.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The glossy black pearls were buttery, briny, and savory, with a subtle mineral finish that rivaled pricier options.
    — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 July 2026
Definition of pearls
Noun
  • No, no, Moss opted for carting around a luxurious black Hermès Birkin bag, complete with gold hardware (to match the jewels, of course).
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The romantic gesture set off a trend and from around 1790 to 1830, miniature artists began to house these tiny eyes in jewels as precious keepsakes.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of jewels
Noun
  • This celestial event coincides with other phenomena like noctilucent clouds and meteor showers.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • What has imperiled this novel from following in the footsteps of publishing phenomena from The Horse Whisperer to 50 Shades of Grey and The Hunger Games?
    — Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 30 July 2026
Definition of phenomena
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