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hidden gem

American

[hid-uhn jem] / ˈhɪd ən ˈdʒɛm /

noun

an impressive feature or attraction that most people are unaware of or that is easily overlooked.

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hidden gems

plural

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hidden gem

The fund has actually owned MasTec several times, and he noted it was more of a hidden gem when first purchased 15 years ago.

From MarketWatch ● May 13, 2026

Kratos’ drone business, of course, isn’t a hidden gem.

From Barron's ● Apr. 6, 2026

Thomas owns and operates this hidden gem of a shop just off Interstate 94, at the edge of the tiny community of Hebron, North Dakota, population 794.

From Salon ● Dec. 18, 2025

Lombok's beaches are still a hidden gem among surfers, as is Mount Rinjani for hikers.

From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2025

The mountains inclosing this hidden gem of the Cascades rise abruptly from the water's edge to great heights, and with one exception are unbroken by deep side-valleys.

From North America by Israel C. (Cook) Russell

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