jewel

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Male jewel beetles, having evolved to respond to the exciting sight, are known to mistake orange peels for potential mates and die in a fruitless attempt to impregnate them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

King Louis XVI deprived his European rival of its colonial jewel but lost his kingdom and his head.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

“Tesla Energy is a hidden jewel that does not get the recognition it deserves,” wrote Dorsheimer.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

“I’ll try my very best to turn it around and make it the jewel of downtown L.A.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

She opens the door to reveal Bryce cupping Jane Kitty in his hands like the most precious jewel in the world.

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden