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[roo-bee] / ˈru bi /






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In 1960, Theodore Maiman demonstrated the first working laser using a synthetic ruby rod and a photographer’s flash lamp.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

I was wearing my best armor: a black dress that accentuated my curves, a striped bolero to cover the arms I’ve resented for years and black platform sandals displaying ruby toes.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

The golden hare, given the name Jack, is set with a ruby eye and a body design that includes flowhead motifs, each set with turquoise.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025

“Those fruity juices, plus olive oil and honey, yield a ruby syrup perfect for spooning over molten cheese,” Laperruque added.

From Salon • May 23, 2025

In the glare of the red light she looked as if she had been carved from a giant ruby.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng




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