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as in jewel
an asset that brings praise or renown
ancient archaeological treasures that today would never be allowed out of the country of origin
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as in gem
someone or something unusually desirable
in thanking them for their contributions, the mayor referred to the volunteers at the homeless shelter as the city's greatest treasures
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as in to value
to hold dear
I'll always treasure the time my friend and I spent together this past summer
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as in to store
to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place
a trove of fine wines that he had lovingly treasured over the years
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Recent Examples of treasure
Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
Painterly works of art Quilts, like rugs, are classic treasures that represent artistry that is utilitarian.
—Sandra Guzman, USA Today, 4 May 2026
Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 14 Apr. 2026
Residents treasure their beaches, boating, fishing and hunting, particularly where the Bears want to build near Wolf Lake.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Once again, the items that are no longer needed can then be donated, resold, or given away to become someone else’s treasure.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
Painterly works of art Quilts, like rugs, are classic treasures that represent artistry that is utilitarian.
—Sandra Guzman, USA Today, 4 May 2026
Verb
Beyond flowers, several annuals like coleus are treasured for their showstopping foliage.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 14 Apr. 2026
Residents treasure their beaches, boating, fishing and hunting, particularly where the Bears want to build near Wolf Lake.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for treasure
Noun
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Her sculptural face is framed by a crown of fabric wrapped around her head and is dripping with jewels.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The shoes went with her couture Maison Margiela dress, which was jewel-embellished and featured a crinkly circular feature framing her.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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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
Verb
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Alphabet announced plans to raise its AI spending, but also exhibited an ability to monetize AI through ad revenue and demand for cloud contract services, with a backlog of deals valued at $460 billion, according to the company’s earnings results.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
4 May 2026
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This fourth season was the series’ most ambitious, both in its set pieces (shoot-outs, car chases) and in its interrogation of what its characters value and love, and if Dark Winds can keep mixing up the flavor of Leaphorn and Chee’s foes, its forecast looks good.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
4 May 2026
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The original parchment was rolled up and stored in the office of the secretary of the Continental Congress, but was then moved around a fair amount during the war—bouncing around towns and cities in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and New Jersey before ending up, in 1785, in New York.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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In April, the company brought together store directors from across the country for training focused on improving customer service, which analysts and shoppers alike agree has slipped since the pandemic.—
Star Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
4 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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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
Verb
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Decadents love and mourn the fall of Rome.—
Olivia Kan-Sperling,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
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The future has finally arrived in Orange County, and the raucous sellout crowds that have supported this team all season long are loving the return of playoff hockey for the team that won California’s first Stanley Cup in 2007.—
Greg Beacham,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Try MyRecipes, our digital recipe box, to stash and organize all your favorite Better Homes & Gardens recipes.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2026
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Here, cyclists can stash food, luggage, backpacks, camping gear, etc.—
C.C. Weiss
May 01,
New Atlas,
1 May 2026
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“Treasure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treasure. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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