riches
Americanplural noun
plural noun
Etymology
Origin of riches
1175–1225; Middle English, plural of Middle English riche wealth, power ( Old English rīce power, rule; cognate with German Reich realm); confused with Middle English richesse wealth < Old French, equivalent to riche wealthy (< Germanic; rich ) + -esse -ess
Example Sentences
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"Lebanon is full of archaeological riches... and the Beirut depots do not have the capacity to accommodate all these threatened objects," said David Sassine, an expert at the International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage.
From Barron's
There are “crypto kids” — some scammers like Daniel, others who acquired their riches legitimately.
From Los Angeles Times
Newcastle would prefer the riches of the Champions League, though even that competition further entrenches the position of the biggest clubs.
From BBC
Tuchel has an embarrassment of riches battling for the number 10 position behind Kane, the hub of England's World Cup operation.
From BBC
Plentiful reserves tend to promise great riches, hence crude has been labelled "black gold".
From BBC
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