as in jewel
a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament
traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald
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Recent Examples of gemstone
Even this seasoned mom—whose kids’ school peers include children named after gemstones and weather phenomena—was shaking my head in disbelief.
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Melissa Willets, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024
For instance, the company’s first collaboration resulted in classy jewelry that captivates attention with gemstones in hues signature to the sorority TRENDZIO partnered with.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
As for her accessories, Hathaway opted for jewelry pieces from Bulgari, including glittering earrings, a cocktail ring and a one-of-a-kind Serpenti necklace from Bulgari’s newest collection, made of gold with blue and pink gemstones.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
The maroon design was not only covered in sequins but also had a plunging neckline, plus a bodice and cups adorned with gemstones.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Melissa Willets, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024
For instance, the company’s first collaboration resulted in classy jewelry that captivates attention with gemstones in hues signature to the sorority TRENDZIO partnered with.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
As for her accessories, Hathaway opted for jewelry pieces from Bulgari, including glittering earrings, a cocktail ring and a one-of-a-kind Serpenti necklace from Bulgari’s newest collection, made of gold with blue and pink gemstones.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
The maroon design was not only covered in sequins but also had a plunging neckline, plus a bodice and cups adorned with gemstones.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstone
Noun
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Yet, all the focus is on Azure, the crown jewel in the Intelligent Cloud segment (up 20% and generated a revenue of $24.1 billion) for Microsoft.—
GuruFocus,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Upstairs, Elsesser’s serene, hotel-like sleeping quarters lead to the crown jewel: a bathroom to rival all bathrooms, where marble, mirror, and walnut paneling combine to symphonic effect.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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But one hidden gem remains largely overlooked by most travelers: the Corinth Canal.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2025
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Maybe there’s a hidden Zion Williamson gem somewhere in this mess.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Mountaineering The greater Stockholm area is an urban rock climber’s playground, with granite crags everywhere — including Kanalklippan, a blasted rock face along the Danvik canal in the city center.—
Denny Lee,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2025
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The brown suede style, complete with a shaggy trim, was styled with brown leather knee boots—and is exactly the type of look that Penny would wear to a ’70s rock show.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
26 Jan. 2025
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The author accessorized with her engagement ring and jewelry by Lorraine Schwartz.—
WWD Staff,
WWD,
20 Jan. 2025
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Deco collectors are driven by not only the style of the jewelry but also the makers.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemstone. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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