as in cash
something (as pieces of stamped metal or printed paper) customarily and legally used as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, or a means of payment
all the gold in the world won't buy happiness
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Recent Examples of gold
Michael Casey, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
Archeologists found the man with a set of keys, while the woman was found holding gold coins and with gold and pearl earrings.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 17 Jan. 2025
Greg Presto, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
Depending on which state your license or ID is from, REAL IDs will have a gold or black star (or a star in a bear, in the case of California) in the upper portion of the card.
—Clara McMichael, ABC News, 16 Jan. 2025
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Athletes also have auctioned off their medals for charity, including two-time canoe champion Yuri Cheban from Ukraine whose two golds and a bronze were auctioned for $109,451 in 2022 to help the war effort.
—Michael Casey, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
Archeologists found the man with a set of keys, while the woman was found holding gold coins and with gold and pearl earrings.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
Wearing a crisp, white jersey while sitting in front of a banner featuring the black and gold logos of his new club and the black, red, and gold flag of his home nation, Muhoozi meticulously printed his name on a contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
—Greg Presto, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
Depending on which state your license or ID is from, REAL IDs will have a gold or black star (or a star in a bear, in the case of California) in the upper portion of the card.
—Clara McMichael, ABC News, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gold
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Listen to this article A man was arrested in connection with a robbery at a gas station in West Haven on Tuesday after he was allegedly found walking nearby with a stash of loose cash.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
22 Jan. 2025
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After setting aside that initial pile of cash, however, 75% apparently goes to Trump’s company, and 25% gets split between other insiders, including the family of Steve Witkoff, Trump’s incoming special envoy to the Middle East.—
Dan Alexander,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Trademarks like gilt buttons and braided trim were also added to the design, which originated with the introduction of the tweed skirt suit in the 1920s.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
16 Jan. 2025
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The 10-year U.S. Treasury is trading with a yield of 4.65% while the U.K. 10-year gilt yield is at 4.72%.—
Jenni Reid,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2025
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Some stars task Mario with collecting 100 coins which are accrued by exploring the world, hitting coin boxes, and defeating enemies.—
Patricia Hernandez,
Rolling Stone,
10 Jan. 2025
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The probability Higgins returns feels as much like a 50-50 coin flip as any decision.—
Paul Dehner Jr.,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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As dawn unfurls, golden rays pierce through the coastal mist, revealing a path of broken branches and impossibly large footprints winding past the door of my luxurious tented shelter.—
Christine Chitnis,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2025
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The pie typically has a golden brown top, warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a custard filling firm enough to eat by hand.—
Ahmed Ali Akbar,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2025
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Hire a sensible and pragmatic internal IT director who has experience working with these markets to get the most value for your money.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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The researchers’ analysis suggests this may also be allegedly linked to money laundering.—
Matt Burgess,
WIRED,
14 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The building dates back to 1888 and has been impeccably preserved so that its gilded glamor is just as breathtaking today.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2025
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One grave contained fragments of gilded oval brooches, part of a metal cauldron and a book clasp that had been repurposed as jewelry.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 Jan. 2025
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Another difference is that silver can be currency because its value enables everyday transactions.—
Clem Chambers,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Leaders in the industry, including JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, have lambasted bitcoin as a currency for criminals and fraudsters.—
Hugh Son,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Gold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gold. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.
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