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crown jewel

American  
[kraun joo-uhl] / ˈkraʊn ˈdʒu əl /

noun

  • crown jewels
    plural
  1. crown jewels, the jewelry that forms a monarch's official regalia, worn on state occasions.

  2. the most famous, valuable, or prized feature or element of something.


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The shine has been restored to an L.A. crown jewel.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026

But once the diplomatic meetings were over, Rubio headed to Jamnagar, where the crown jewel of the Ambani business empire is located.

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

Still, the crown jewel in the Yum Brands portfolio engenders a loyalty that seems to last for life.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026

Former President Reagan called the right to vote “the crown jewel of American liberties.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026

These two kids are here for my walking service, the crown jewel of my business.

From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya

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