precious stone
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of precious stone
Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300
Example Sentences
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On Wednesday morning, he went to the site to perform his daily task of manually searching for the precious stone.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2024
I hover over them, careful not to breathe so that no precious stone gets fogged up.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2024
The book’s theme plays off the author’s name: “Ruby” is a precious stone, and “Bridges” are meant to bring people together.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 5, 2022
International organisations are yet to certify the precious stone.
From Reuters ● Dec. 12, 2021
“Allow me to dress! I cannot look on this precious stone in my pajamas.”
From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin
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