as in cash
something (as pieces of stamped metal or printed paper) customarily and legally used as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, or a means of payment
all the gold in the world won't buy happiness
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Recent Examples of gold
Taylor Mims, Billboard, 7 Mar. 2025
White is arguably the greatest of all time in his field, having won 23 X Games medals – including 15 golds – and holding the record for the most snowboarding Olympic gold medals with three.
—Ben Morse, CNN, 7 Mar. 2025
Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2025
The corset also included a gold heart as a nod to Penelope's love of Colin Bridgerton in the story, played by Luke Newton.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Looking back to your older work – Southeastern was certified gold by the RIAA earlier this week, which is a first gold certification for you.
—Taylor Mims, Billboard, 7 Mar. 2025
White is arguably the greatest of all time in his field, having won 23 X Games medals – including 15 golds – and holding the record for the most snowboarding Olympic gold medals with three.
—Ben Morse, CNN, 7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
The thief, along with another man, then got into a gold Cadillac Escalade with tinted windows and no license plates and sped off.
—Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2025
The corset also included a gold heart as a nod to Penelope's love of Colin Bridgerton in the story, played by Luke Newton.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gold
Noun
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The group expects a return to revenue growth and positive cash generation this year along with steady margins.—
Giulio Piovaccari,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
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Strong cash flows helped the firm swing to a net cash position of £475 million from having net debt of £2 billion in 2023.—
Royston Wild,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Trademarks like gilt buttons and braided trim were also added to the design, which originated with the introduction of the tweed skirt suit in the 1920s.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
16 Feb. 2025
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The notes of the 1877 version report on a costume made of maline lace, embroidered with gold stitches, with a bodice of straw-colored satin, decorated with sequins and gilt mesh.—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
3 Feb. 2025
Noun
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These methods work for a coin or two, but would be cumbersome for large deals.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The Bahamas Assembly approved the coins, commissioning the Soho Mint in Birmingham, England, to produce them.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Portugal offers a variety of appealing residency options, including a golden visa (although there’s no real estate investment option), a digital nomad visa, and more.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Besides, Abrahamian noted, the trade in golden visas from places like Portugal and Malta, both E.U. member states, has been going on for long enough that most ultra-rich people who want one already have one.—
Felix Salmon,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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From south suburban Homewood to northwest suburban Rolling Meadows, more towns are raising money from red-light cameras, plaguing drivers who are just trying to get to work, go to the grocery or drive their kids to a basketball game, among other everyday activities.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2025
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Well, apparently the Kentucky distillery is continuing its altruistic streak, because starting today nonprofit organizations can apply to the 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities initiative to receive some of its most valuable bottles to auction off to raise money for a series of good causes.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The temple is adorned with intricate floral motifs, marble inlays, and frescoes, but the gilded dome remains the focal point.—
Shalbha Sarda,
Architectural Digest,
4 Mar. 2025
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Adorned with gilded buttons, her look nodded to fashions of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, key influences of the goth subculture.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In the last few months, the digital currency attained fresh, all-time highs on anticipation surrounding the policy changes that could materialize as a result of U.S. President Donald Trump securing reelection and the Republicans taking control of both the House and Senate.—
Charles Lloyd Bovaird II,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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If the ruble stayed at the current level, the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Russia may have to take action to weaken it, such as through a temporary decrease in foreign currency sales.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Gold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gold. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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