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Recent Examples of pay dirt
But, once again, the 49ers answered with a touchdown of their own, as Deebo Samuel found his way into pay dirt to retake the lead, 28-21.
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Scott Thompson, Fox News, 31 Dec. 2024
Jalen Hurts finds pay dirt with 12 minutes left in the fourth quarter.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
The Carter Emanuel to Tyson Carter connection yields pay dirt once more on a 48-yard catch and run by Tyson Carter — his second touchdown catch on the night; Emanuel’s fourth touchdown pass.
—Staff Reports, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Nov. 2024
Rodgers led his Jets offense 73 yards after the Patriots’ punt on eight plays, taking off 4:13 of clock to cap his first touchdown drive with a screen pass to Allen Lazard, his old Green Bay Packers teammate he’s already found twice this season in pay dirt.
—Scott Thompson, Fox News, 20 Sep. 2024
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Scott Thompson, Fox News, 31 Dec. 2024
Jalen Hurts finds pay dirt with 12 minutes left in the fourth quarter.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
The Carter Emanuel to Tyson Carter connection yields pay dirt once more on a 48-yard catch and run by Tyson Carter — his second touchdown catch on the night; Emanuel’s fourth touchdown pass.
—Staff Reports, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Nov. 2024
Rodgers led his Jets offense 73 yards after the Patriots’ punt on eight plays, taking off 4:13 of clock to cap his first touchdown drive with a screen pass to Allen Lazard, his old Green Bay Packers teammate he’s already found twice this season in pay dirt.
—Scott Thompson, Fox News, 20 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pay dirt
Noun
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What Texas law says about treasure trove property Texas does not acknowledge the treasure trove doctrine.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 July 2025
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Luckily, there’s a treasure trove of products designed to help panting pups keep cool — from elevated dog beds and cooling mats that lower their body temperature to bowls that keep their water frosty.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
4 July 2025
Noun
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This 86 percent-off outdoor find is tightly woven for extra durability, stain-resistant, and pet-friendly.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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Another favorite bedding find is the Cozinoor Queen Size Set of 2 Bed Pillows, which is suitable for both side sleepers and back sleepers alike.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
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