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Recent Examples of zircon
On Earth, zircons from hydrothermal systems — which form when water is heated by subsurface volcanic activity like the upward flow of hot magma — have similar patterns to those found in Black Beauty.
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Ashley Strickland, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
The scientists focused on the zircon that was contained in the meteorite.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
The zircon crystals that formed during the Sturtian glaciation gradually disappear in younger rocks until they are replaced by zircons formed after the ice began to melt.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 13 Sep. 2024
The full sequin look was paired with Tiffany & Co. jewels, including a platinum necklace set with 160 carats of aquamarines, 49 carats of blue zircons, and nearly two carats of diamonds.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024
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Ashley Strickland, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
The scientists focused on the zircon that was contained in the meteorite.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
The zircon crystals that formed during the Sturtian glaciation gradually disappear in younger rocks until they are replaced by zircons formed after the ice began to melt.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 13 Sep. 2024
The full sequin look was paired with Tiffany & Co. jewels, including a platinum necklace set with 160 carats of aquamarines, 49 carats of blue zircons, and nearly two carats of diamonds.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zircon
Noun
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The rigid, 11-inch rise raw cut-offs offer a high-rise, relaxed fit adorned with faux pearl bow details with rhinestones.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
28 Feb. 2025
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Priced at $300, the black chaps are made from coated canvas and embellished with rhinestones from top to bottom, capturing the edgy (yet chic) look Beyoncé is known for — and that consumers are eager to embrace.—
Andre Claudio,
WWD,
27 Feb. 2025
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Accessorize with sleek gold and silver jewelry to offset the tactility of the dresses.—
Joy Montgomery,
Vogue,
9 Mar. 2025
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And Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos, who has built a passionate following of serious collectors with her Mahnaz Collection of rare jewelry, is now bringing vintage watches into the mix.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2025
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The new pieces feature cabochon cut pink and green tourmalines, moonstones, 18K gold and diamonds.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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The white gold crown is set with a cabochon sapphire.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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After gently scouring the stain, rinse the paste off with warm water.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2025
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In other parts of the world, dry ashes are sprinkled on the forehead, rather than made into a paste.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
4 Mar. 2025
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On the nearby racks hung smock dresses in earthy colors called basalt and scarab, barrel-leg ecru denim trousers and seaweed green hooded wax-cotton parkas.—
Thessaly La Force,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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The items in the cache included cooking pots, jars with fragments of ancient Hebrew inscriptions, loom weights, scarabs, stamped seals and grinding stones for crushing grains.—
Greg Wehner,
Fox News,
14 Jan. 2025
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The actor and comedian, 61, made a surprise cameo as Elon Musk during the late-night comedy sketch series' March 1 episode, which was hosted by Shane Gillis and saw Tate McRae perform as the musical guest.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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Hackman was now an A-lister at the age of 41, though the kind who would happily play a villain or make a cameo as well as fill severe lead roles.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2025
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Massimo Dutti pleated midi skirt, $140 The Minimalist Bag: The Row 90s baguette shoulder bag, $1,300 With 153 events on the schedule, the street style set opted for those stylish everyday pieces that are less trendy while remaining fashion-forward.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2025
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This season also launched the Spark model, a new snake made of luminous stones that wrap around the ankle in a spiral of crystal baguettes.—
Stephen Garner,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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The round brilliant diamond rests on a thin platinum solitaire setting, per Landau.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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It’s executed in simple everyday pieces like a necklace with a single solitaire, a solitaire ring, or a set of stud earrings with removable jackets executed in the Titan spear motif.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
28 Jan. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Zircon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zircon. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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