1
as in gem
a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament
a necklace set with priceless jewels
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2
as in treasure
an asset that brings praise or renown
an illuminated medieval manuscript that is the jewel of the library's collection of rare books
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as in prize
someone or something unusually desirable
a star athlete who would be a jewel for any team
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Recent Examples of jewel
Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
Like her gown, her face, earlobe, and cartilage were full of all types of jewels both silver-, bronze-, and gold-toned.
—Essence, 5 May 2026
Shane Harris, Souad Mekhennet and Yeganeh Torbati, Anchorage Daily News, 1 Dec. 2022
The mom of three accessorized with a pink clutch and strappy heels adorned with what appears to be jewel detailing, adding chunky hoop-like earrings to complete her ensemble.
—Olivia Jakiel, PEOPLE.com, 28 Feb. 2022
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Noun
The majority of the piece was made with a shiny fabric that looked like liquid metal, while the center appeared to be dripping in actual jewels.
—Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
Like her gown, her face, earlobe, and cartilage were full of all types of jewels both silver-, bronze-, and gold-toned.
—Essence, 5 May 2026
Verb
Iran’s intelligence and security services rely largely on proxies to carry out their plans, offering hundreds of thousands of dollars to jewel thieves, drug dealers and other criminals in murder-for-hire schemes, the officials said.
—Shane Harris, Souad Mekhennet and Yeganeh Torbati, Anchorage Daily News, 1 Dec. 2022
The mom of three accessorized with a pink clutch and strappy heels adorned with what appears to be jewel detailing, adding chunky hoop-like earrings to complete her ensemble.
—Olivia Jakiel, PEOPLE.com, 28 Feb. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jewel
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The Feins bought the property in 1986, paying $265,000 for a gem of post-art deco international style architecture built in 1939.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
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Cratejoy box Box of Books is a customizable book subscription that features new releases, bestsellers, and hidden gems along with novelty items often found in an independent bookstore.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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The barren landscape, despite its harsh conditions (daytime temperatures often exceed 125 degrees Fahrenheit), was—and still is—famous for its connection to many legends of treasure.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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Children are seen as neither a treasure nor the future flag bearers of this country’s immense potential and responsibility.—
Randi Weingarten,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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In 1970-71, there was also an FA Cup run and the cup was so important then, so two big prizes were on the line.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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As part of his prize, Lamido will receive Sony Digital Imaging equipment and is invited to join the program at Sony Pictures Studios in June.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
1 May 2026
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Jackie Jackson is opulently dressed for a football game, diamonds blazing on both hands, chandelier earrings, and black high heels under her trousers.—
Gail Sheehy,
Vanity Fair,
20 Feb. 2026
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The weekend showcased Chanel snow boots, one-of-a-kind furs, diamonds the size of ice cubes.—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2026
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And one host nodding gravely as if a moon rock just offered insight on tax policy.—
Larry Clifton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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The Sinnott Overlook, located on a rock ledge behind the Rim Visitor Center, has an indoor exhibit room and open balcony for lake views.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2026
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But once again, the conversation continues about whether the sport should abandon the current 12-team playoff format in favor of a 24-team playoff that is essentially handing out participation trophies along with a lucrative check.—
Trey Wallace OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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For Corso, watching Indiana lift a national championship trophy this season wasn’t just about football.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 May 2026
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The discovery and export of hydrocarbons in the 20th century transformed relatively small maritime trading and pearling societies into high-income states integrated into global energy markets.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
28 Mar. 2026
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In the summer of 2024, while visiting my grandmother in China, my husband gave me a pearl ring and asked if we could be pearled.—
Shayla Love,
New Yorker,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Jewel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jewel. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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