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Recent Examples of pay dirt
While many people come to Austin seeking pay dirt, Richard wanted to run a business that was, above all else, founded on community.
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Beck Andrew Salgado, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Which is why Diaby, 26, put in overtime in the offseason to close the gap between pressure and pay dirt.
Through Pilates, his playing weight has dropped from 270 to 260 pounds with an increase in flexibility.
—John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 July 2025
Proteins tend to be hardier molecules than DNA, though, and in samples from the skull’s temporal bone (the ones on the sides of the head, just behind the cheekbones), the researchers struck pay dirt.
—ArsTechnica, 18 June 2025
Two different quarterbacks threw for touchdowns, while four different skill position players found pay dirt as St. Louis gained over 400 scrimmage yards in the win.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
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Beck Andrew Salgado, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Which is why Diaby, 26, put in overtime in the offseason to close the gap between pressure and pay dirt.
Through Pilates, his playing weight has dropped from 270 to 260 pounds with an increase in flexibility.
—John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 July 2025
Proteins tend to be hardier molecules than DNA, though, and in samples from the skull’s temporal bone (the ones on the sides of the head, just behind the cheekbones), the researchers struck pay dirt.
—ArsTechnica, 18 June 2025
Two different quarterbacks threw for touchdowns, while four different skill position players found pay dirt as St. Louis gained over 400 scrimmage yards in the win.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for pay dirt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pay dirt
Noun
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Today, this eclectic store is a veritable treasure trove of reclaimed building materials, vintage home and garden décor items, and upcycled furniture.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
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From lightweight moisturizers to microneedle serums, cushion foundations, and more, K-beauty offers a treasure trove of must-haves for your skincare and makeup routine.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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All of our finds are under $100, with many pieces on sale, and prices start at just $9.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
15 Oct. 2025
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The YouTuber emphasized the quality of her find.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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