real gem

Frequency: 7.210.1 per million words

Used to describe a person or thing that is genuinely excellent.

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Examples (10)

  • That volunteer is a real gem—always the first to help and the last to leave.
  • Tucked away on a side street, this café is a real gem for brunch lovers.
  • The second side of their new album contains some real gems.
  • Her code review comment was a real gem—clear, actionable, and kind.
  • I’ve found a real gem of a tutorial for beginners.
  • He may seem quiet, but as a mentor he’s a real gem.
  • Among the many talks, Dr. Singh’s keynote was the real gem.
  • That open‑source library is a real gem for low‑memory data parsing.
  • Your last paragraph is a real gem that ties the essay together.
  • The film has flaws, but the cinematography is a real gem.