treasure trove

Definition of treasure trovenext
as in gold mine
an abundant source the ancient city, having been almost perfectly preserved under volcanic ash for nearly 2,000 years, is proving to be a treasure trove of archaeological information

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Recent Examples of treasure trove Even before this current chaos began, the underappreciated treasure troves of the Gulf’s ecosystems were under stark pressure, scientists say. Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 14 May 2026 His letters are a treasure trove for art and literature lovers. Literary Hub, 14 May 2026 Anthropologie is a treasure trove of unique, colorful pieces that add visual interest without feeling overwhelming. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026 But, for those with a vision and a willingness to put in a little bit of elbow grease, a flea market can be a treasure trove of solid brass, bronze, and glass hardware. Heather Bien, Southern Living, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for treasure trove
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Noun
  • The town attracts large numbers of laborers who work in large gold mines with muddy pools of gold deposits, narrow pits and caves.
    Justin Kabumba, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
  • Chinese companies have also invested billions into a copper and gold mine and a steel plant -- bringing China's share of foreign direct investment to Serbia to 32% in 2024, up from 2% more than a decade ago.
    Misha Savic, Arkansas Online, 25 May 2026
Noun
  • The office is the repository for official, business and commercial records.
    Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 3 June 2026
  • Critics, including environmental groups, argue that no repository can be guaranteed safe over such immense timescales and that uncertainties remain regarding future geological changes and container corrosion.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
Noun
  • The hustling spirit of the gold rush lives on today in the prospecting influencers who toil in the content mines of the Internet, hoping to hit the viral mother lode.
    Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
  • Beyond mother lodes of oil or natural gas, ready cash can also be generated with diamond or gold mines, precious metals, and rare minerals.
    Stephen Kotkin, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • His goes down the fairway and mine makes a beautiful arch to the left, and then hits the house.
    Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
  • And so many of mine were built in Malaysia.
    Julie Lin, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 June 2026

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“Treasure trove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treasure%20trove. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.

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