gem

Example Sentences

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At first glance, Danny had thought it was a gem, but up close he saw it was a gold acorn with two green leaves at the stem.

From Literature

Demand for natural diamonds has weakened as younger buyers spend less on traditional jewellery and are drawn to cheaper lab‑grown gems.

From Barron's

Honestly, if memorable scenes were gems, “Ted Lasso” would be an encrusted splendor fit for the Queen.

From Salon

But the letter hadn't mentioned anything about this, so brushing away a tear of his own, he tucked the gem into his pocket.

From Literature

Her campaigns have included saving architectural gem Gorton Monastery from being converted into flats.

From BBC