plum
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Reynolds was reshuffled to chief whip and Jones ended up with the plum role of Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister and Minister for Intergovernmental Relations.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Franklin Graham, who has built his entire career piggybacking on the fame of his famous father, the late evangelist Billy Graham, was rewarded with a plum spot on Sunday’s roster.
From Salon • May 15, 2026
A plum gig at a Big Three network used to be the only way for a journalist to get the pay and prestige of a superstar.
From Slate • May 6, 2026
Mejia has secured a plum role in the high-stakes legal battle over homelessness, at a moment of intense scrutiny over city homelessness programs.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
“You’re gonna talk that girl’s head plum off, Bertie,” Gus said.
From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor
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