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zircon

noun

Definition of zirconnext
as in rhinestone

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Recent Examples of zircon The rock sample didn’t contain a tough mineral known as a zircon — the easiest and most reliable way to date old rock formations — and little is definitive when dealing with rocks and minerals that have histories spanning more than 4 billion years. — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 29 Dec. 2025 Melting the lunar surface through extensive volcanism is one way to reset the zircons. — Nola Taylor Tillman, Space.com, 8 May 2025 Testing that assumption, the study authors smashed the rocks and examined the tiny crystals, called zircons, that were trapped inside. — Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025 The technique also typically needs kilograms of material to find enough uranium-containing zircon crystals, whereas ocean drill cores yield just grams. — Howard Lee, Ars Technica, 8 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for zircon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zircon
  1. rhinestone
  2. jewelry
  3. cabochon
  4. paste
  5. scarab
  6. cameo
  7. baguette
  8. solitaire
Noun
  • The brand’s platform styles often feature rhinestone adornments or unique motifs suspended in the empty space.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Inside of the Linc, the sweet smell of Chickie’s & Pete’s crab fries wafted, beers were poured, and rhinestone eye makeup set.
    — Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of rhinestone
Noun
  • Its 656 pages are packed with details about characters’ college-application aims, budgeting and investment strategies, and jewelry choices.
    — Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • The celebration honors artists from across the metro, giving people an opportunity to observe and buy from artists selling jewelry, paintings, decorations and more.
    — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of jewelry
Noun
  • The brooch itself featured his feather friend, done up in white and yellow diamonds, perched atop a cabochon lapis lazuli.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The symbol has been translated into an 18-karat gold medallion set with cabochon garnets and pavé diamonds, available exclusively at the Mount Street store.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 17 July 2026
Definition of cabochon
Noun
  • The simmering curry filled the air with the aroma of coconut milk and red curry paste, while chicken thighs were wet brined in a dining room booth.
    — Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, add the ricotta, pecorino Romano, Calabrian chili paste, honey, and salt to a food processor or the smaller cup attachment of a high-speed blender.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of paste
Noun
  • Maridueña played Jaime Reyes, a recent college graduate who gains superpowers when an alien scarab latches on to him.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 14 July 2026
  • The Japanese beetle, Popillia japonica, is a scarab beetle about 3/8-inch long.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
Definition of scarab
Noun
  • In the below interview, Scanlon further unpacks the denouement of the film, full-circle moments, working in the romantic comedy space and whether a Hazelwood cameo was discussed.
    — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2026
  • An original star of the series, Meloni appeared on the Law & Order spinoff from 1999-2011, and has since popped up in numerous cameo appearances.
    — McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of cameo
Noun
  • Consider pulling out a bigger baking dish to double it, and stock up on the baguette.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The collar also includes a ribbon of pavé baguette diamonds and a black lacquer finish.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of baguette
Noun
  • Her engagement ring featured a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 solitaire diamonds and set in 18-karat white gold.
    — Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Since marrying The 1975 drummer George Daniel in July 2025, Charli has worn a vintage, round-diamond solitaire engagement ring, reportedly sourced from Claude Morady Estate Jewelry, with a chunky, sculptural platinum wedding band.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Definition of solitaire

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