as in prize
someone or something unusually desirable
that job is considered a real plum in the broadcasting business
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Recent Examples of plum
Browns, plums, and butter yellow make for a moodier look.
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Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
The base is wrapped with a thick cut of salty bacon, and each piece of breakfast sushi is topped with a super sweet plum sauce that tastes like the glaze on orange chicken.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2025
From a group of playful otters vying over a fresh fish to weeping plum trees glistening in the rain, the winners of a National Geographic contest open to amateur photographers have captured the diversity and beauty of Earth.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 1 May 2025
On April 8, Bieber attended the 2025 Fashion Trust U.S. Awards in a plum Saint Laurent gown designed with waist-accentuating panels as well as cutouts.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 1 May 2025
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Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
The base is wrapped with a thick cut of salty bacon, and each piece of breakfast sushi is topped with a super sweet plum sauce that tastes like the glaze on orange chicken.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2025
From a group of playful otters vying over a fresh fish to weeping plum trees glistening in the rain, the winners of a National Geographic contest open to amateur photographers have captured the diversity and beauty of Earth.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 1 May 2025
On April 8, Bieber attended the 2025 Fashion Trust U.S. Awards in a plum Saint Laurent gown designed with waist-accentuating panels as well as cutouts.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plum
Noun
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Hidden amongst the Faithful are the Traitors, whose goal is to eliminate the Faithful and claim the prize for themselves.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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In addition to recognizing exceptional talent, proceeds from the Driskell Gala support the museum’s David C. Driskell African American Art Acquisition and Endowment Funds, which have enabled the High to acquire 52 works by Black artists since the prize’s inception.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Opposite Cease, former Padres prospect Max Fried delivered another gem for the Yankees.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2025
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If the Vintage Popup is a success, ThredUp users may see more vintage gems on the platform.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
8 May 2025
Noun
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Trainer Todd Pletcher, 0-10 at the Preakness, is looking for his first middle jewel of the Triple Crown. 7.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Of course, Aberg can only know so much about Charlotte’s jewel right now.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2025
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Layering Lighting Design: Lamps in all shapes and sizes can be used to recast the feel of a room, brighten dark corners and illuminate your treasures.—
Katherine Marks,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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Helena Simon's handcrafted blooms transform fleeting garden beauties into forever treasures.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Starlight Atrium and Galileo’s Bar. Fans of Regent’s trademark lavish design won’t be disappointed, with touches such as handblown glass and ceramic pearls and light fixtures fashioned to resemble jewelry among the intricate interior details.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2025
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Lisa accessorized with a black Louis Vuitton purse, black pumps and a pearl chain attached to the bottom of her jacket.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
6 May 2025
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“Plum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plum. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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