as in prize
someone or something unusually desirable
that job is considered a real plum in the broadcasting business
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Key Ingredients: Peptides, multiple forms of hyaluronic acid, kakadu plum
Best For: Fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity around the eyes and lips
Size: 0.6 fl. oz.
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Emily Orofino, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2025
Christine said there are also other fruits that grow on the farm, including blueberries, raspberries, cherries, peaches and plums.
—Maddie McGay, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2025
Grown on the volcanic slopes of the Mount Etna, this super wine is garnet colored and offers aromas of ripe black fruits, cassis, and red plum.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2025
The warm days and cool nights here give these wines an intense flavor with deep blackberry, plum, and smoky spice notes.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
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Emily Orofino, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2025
Christine said there are also other fruits that grow on the farm, including blueberries, raspberries, cherries, peaches and plums.
—Maddie McGay, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2025
Grown on the volcanic slopes of the Mount Etna, this super wine is garnet colored and offers aromas of ripe black fruits, cassis, and red plum.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2025
The warm days and cool nights here give these wines an intense flavor with deep blackberry, plum, and smoky spice notes.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plum
Noun
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Winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim prizes and are encouraged to sign the back of their ticket, the Florida Lottery said.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2025
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Both missed out on the prizes at the 97th Oscars, which were held a the Dolby Theatre a week last Sunday (March 2).—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2025
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Now the endearingly eclectic midcentury-modern gem has surfaced on the market for the first time in almost three decades, asking a smidge under $5.7 million.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
10 Mar. 2025
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The look was complemented by Dua’s glam, which included sparkly, iridescent eyeshadow surrounded by tiny gems.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
7 Mar. 2025
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The crown jewel of Heritage’s menu, Gonzalez said, is the A-5 ribeye, a premium Japanese beef prepared tableside on hot stone.—
David Hudnall,
Kansas City Star,
17 Mar. 2025
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From the French heritage houses on Place Vendôme, to independent brands presenting their latest jewels at showrooms and luxury hotel around the city, some jewels of spectacular diversity were on show.—
Kate Matthams,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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So the show’s host is Alan Cumming, the actor and international treasure.—
Megan Garber,
The Atlantic,
13 Mar. 2025
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This Lemonade Lecture will focus on the hidden treasures of the western trails that wind through picturesque landscapes, charming communities, and vibrant ecosystems.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2025
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In the first photo, Rihanna is wearing several gold and pearl necklaces while her son RZA lays against her chest.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN,
9 Mar. 2025
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The phone comes in two designs: black vegan leather or iridescent pearl.—
Eric Zeman,
PCMAG,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Plum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plum. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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