pearls
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Beijing has long been accused of seeking to develop facilities around the Indian Ocean -- a so-called "string of pearls" -- to counter India's rise and secure its own economic interests.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
In her formalwear, Elizabeth favored elaborate embroidery of satin, lace, and silk that incorporated pearls, crystals and sequins.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
He has also mocked allies uneasy about the widening conflict, referring to those who "wring their hands and clutch their pearls, hemming and hawing about the use of force."
From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026
Beyond potential heavy metal exposure, the pearls themselves may create digestive problems.
From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026
I straightened my pearls, brushed the front of my skirt to make sure it was neat, squared my shoulders, and walked up the steps.
From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson
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