jewel box
AmericanEtymology
Origin of jewel box
First recorded in 1825–35
Example Sentences
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Family members are constantly coming and going through the yard—the Heussenstamms share the property with several of Molly’s siblings—so Molly wanted the space to read like a jewel box from the rear.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026
It’s a jewel box of a film, for sure, with a nice message inside, but losing yourself in its world is where it falls short.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2025
When people enter they definitely need a moment to soak it all in because there is a lot going on in my tiny jewel box of a shop.
From Salon • May 2, 2024
Wes Anderson’s intricate films are known for their jewel box sets, vibrant costumes and starry ensemble casts.
From New York Times • Jun. 21, 2023
"He was a Sorrowful Man. There was a manticore in that jewel box he gave me. This man knocked it out of my hand."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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