collector's item

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Recent Examples of collector's item Or, more likely, to prepare a spot in your personal museum, since most units seem destined to be more collector's items than functional rides. New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2024 Instead, the physical version of Concord on PS5 has become a surprise collector's item. Kyle Orland, Ars Technica, 9 Sep. 2024 The Glen Breton 8-year-old became an instant collector's item, paving the way for its promising future in the industry. Brianna Kamienski, USA TODAY, 30 July 2024 Most such CPUs, though, tend to be more interesting as collector's items than as practical values. PCMAG, 10 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for collector's item 
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Noun
  • Genuine leather Bible Lovable coffee and end table books are easy conversation pieces that leave guests with both unique discussions and factoids from any round table gathering.
    Gabriele Regalbuto, Fox News, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The spider was also a popular conversation piece among campers.
    Brennan Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 29 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Beyond collectible value, firearms hold an intrinsic value among enthusiasts and investors who believe in their lasting worth.
    Darryl Lyons, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
  • One of the great tragedies for the collectibles industry has been the loss of clarity about what happened to the Captain America chopper that starred in the 1969 counter-culture movie that became a blockbuster.
    Mike Hanlon, New Atlas, 17 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Shop and Dine in West Yellowstone The gateway town to Yellowstone National Park, West Yellowstone is not only the doorway to outdoor adventure, but also a great place to grab a bite to eat or shop for souvenirs.
    Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Screens above the bar advertise a cocktail called the Ugly Sweater Party ($22 — this is a shakedown), which comes with a souvenir cocktail shaker.
    Erin Somers, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024

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“Collector's item.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collector%27s%20item. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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