as in jewels
a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament
the diamond cutter set out an array of brilliants to show the various ways the diamond could be cut
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These little jewels also add a beautiful pop of color to dishes her daughter already loves, like yogurt parfaits or oatmeal.
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Cooper asked Gordon what the return of those jewels meant for Cambodians.
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The design features an array of glittery gems across the straps.
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But discovering neighborhood gems remains central to how Vetri eats in his own city.
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Weather and public safety officials are discouraging people from going to the beach and are emphasizing that beachgoers stay out of the water and off the rocks.
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The riverfront includes steep inclines, large rocks and uneven ground that can be difficult for workers or machinery to manage safely.
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“Brilliants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brilliants. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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