crown jewel
Americannoun
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crown jewels, the jewelry that forms a monarch's official regalia, worn on state occasions.
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the most famous, valuable, or prized feature or element of something.
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Quidnessett was the crown jewel – until the 14th hole started to sink.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
The crown jewel of the property is surely the chef’s kitchen, described in the listing as “the heart of the home.”
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 2, 2026
GE’s aerospace franchise was called the crown jewel of the old GE, which is how Stephanie Link, Hightower’s chief investment strategist, describes Honeywell’s aerospace franchise today.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
Arte Moreno has taken a crown jewel and turned it into a punch line.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2026
I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to support the crown jewel of Clover City.”
From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy
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