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
My creative relationship with Rob would ultimately lead to scoring over 15 of his films, including the plum assignment A Few Good Men.
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Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
Warm vanilla and leather, cut by undertones of peach and plum, round out its dynamic scent profile—one that’s not too heavy, nor too floral, whether in your own space or bestowed upon someone else as a gift.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Dec. 2025
Conical, feathery and brilliantly colored in blues, pinks, plum and orange, these tiny worms attach to coral reefs as larvae and then hang out, immobile, for the rest of their lives.
—Maggie Koerth, CNN Money, 25 Dec. 2025
What a bourbon this is, with notes of chocolate, apple, maple, plum, strawberry, raw grain, spice, bubble gum, oak, raisin, and just a touch of dragon fruit on the palate.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 22 Dec. 2025
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Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
Warm vanilla and leather, cut by undertones of peach and plum, round out its dynamic scent profile—one that’s not too heavy, nor too floral, whether in your own space or bestowed upon someone else as a gift.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Dec. 2025
Conical, feathery and brilliantly colored in blues, pinks, plum and orange, these tiny worms attach to coral reefs as larvae and then hang out, immobile, for the rest of their lives.
—Maggie Koerth, CNN Money, 25 Dec. 2025
What a bourbon this is, with notes of chocolate, apple, maple, plum, strawberry, raw grain, spice, bubble gum, oak, raisin, and just a touch of dragon fruit on the palate.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 22 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plum
Noun
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Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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For prizes of $50,000 or more, you are required to claim in person at the Hoosier Lottery headquarters in Indianapolis.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Choudhary, a collector of contemporary art as well as Indian artifacts, considered a career in hospitality before he was seduced by the gems his family has traded for centuries.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
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Orio Extending from the coast, over the mountains, and then dropping into a valley anchored by a river, Orio is a beloved gem in the Basque Country.—
Michelle Arellano Martin,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The content creator dressed in a stunning array of jewels, a chain-style seashell dress from Paco Rabanne retailing for nearly $4,000, and a metallic purse.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The cash, gold, jewels, and crypto are all ready.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
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Brendan Fraser played the dashing hero Rick O’Connell, a treasure hunter and former Captain of the French Foreign Legion.—
Andrew Walsh,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Nov. 2025
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In the film, little Rory needs to save her father who’s disappeared on a treasure quest during an unfortunate encounter with a dragon.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The long-sleeve polo sweater has elegant pearl buttons that pop against the sweater’s neutral color.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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This Pearl Izumi snap-front jersey is made with a tear-resistant mesh material that is sweat-wicking, odor-resistant, and made for movement, and the cropped design, featuring pearl snaps and a collar, doesn’t look out of place walking around town or going to dinner.—
Maggie Slepian,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Plum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plum. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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