as in gems
someone or something unusually desirable
that job is considered a real plum in the broadcasting business
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Recent Examples of plums
Deep Plum Moody blues and deep plums are also quietly emerging.
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Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Cherries Like plums, cherries contain polyphenols such as anthocyanins, which give them their deep red color.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 27 Jan. 2026
Zesty orange biscuits lay atop a bubbling mixture of tart plums, brown sugar, and five-spice in this oh-so-heavenly cobbler.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 20 Jan. 2026
For deeper complexions, plums and berry-rose shades deliver a fresh, ethereal radiance without looking chalky.
—Essence, 13 Jan. 2026
The reason for this is that peaches, plums, cherries, and other stone fruits are at higher risk of infection when pruned, because pruning cuts are injuries to the tree.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2026
But Cole’s voice and those lush strings are the audio equivalent of dreaming of dancing sugar plums.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2025
Traditionally, the dish was made with raisins, which the British referred to as plums.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 20 Dec. 2025
There used to be a spelling distinction between sugarplums (the fruit) and sugar plums (the candy).
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2025
Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Cherries Like plums, cherries contain polyphenols such as anthocyanins, which give them their deep red color.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 27 Jan. 2026
Zesty orange biscuits lay atop a bubbling mixture of tart plums, brown sugar, and five-spice in this oh-so-heavenly cobbler.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 20 Jan. 2026
For deeper complexions, plums and berry-rose shades deliver a fresh, ethereal radiance without looking chalky.
—Essence, 13 Jan. 2026
The reason for this is that peaches, plums, cherries, and other stone fruits are at higher risk of infection when pruned, because pruning cuts are injuries to the tree.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2026
But Cole’s voice and those lush strings are the audio equivalent of dreaming of dancing sugar plums.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2025
Traditionally, the dish was made with raisins, which the British referred to as plums.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 20 Dec. 2025
There used to be a spelling distinction between sugarplums (the fruit) and sugar plums (the candy).
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plums
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The list includes affordable gems from premium brands, like a festive red-and-pink Kate Spade oven mitt set.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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In addition to her necklace and her nails, Robbie also wore custom 38-carat diamond earrings by Lorraine Schwartz and a Fred Leighton diamond and ruby ring—the two gems of the night, apparently.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
29 Jan. 2026
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Six-figure top prizes are considered large for the most prominent bass fishing tournaments, like the Bassmaster Classic, which had a $300,000 top prize last year, according to CBS News.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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This office can cash prizes up to $49,999.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Styled by Andrew Mukamal, Bieber wore a black oversized Balenciaga suit courtesy of Pierpaolo Piccioli, accessorized with jewels by Lorraine Schwartz.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
1 Feb. 2026
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Yes, there’s a safe in your cabin closet (which should definitely be used for jewelry, cash, passports, and other valuables), but why take an unnecessary risk on irreplaceable jewels?—
Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Explore the Museum of Underwater Art, Australia Snorkelers and scuba divers glide by dozens of underwater art installations at this museum filled with sunken treasures.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
28 Jan. 2026
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Mindanao was the Philippines’ breadbasket, and its land was rich in gold, copper, and other mineral treasures.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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That means hairstyles studded with gemstones and pearls, gemstones sparkling across Robbie's cheeks, and braids tied together with passion-red ribbons.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
3 Feb. 2026
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Shell pendants popped up at Dries Van Noten, Loro Piana, and Ralph Lauren (which also dressed models in sprays of pearls).—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Plums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plums. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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