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
Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Dion was photographed rocking a stylish-yet-casual outfit, which featured a white button-down, dark wash jeans, gold hoops, bracelets and a necklace to tie it all together.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Julia Teti, WWD, 18 Mar. 2025
In Texas—and more recently, Illinois—Arwa emulates the aesthetic with its specific designs like the geometric inlays crafted into the gold arch designs inspired by one the oldest mosques in Yemen, Queen Arwa Mosque.
—Hira Qureshi, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025
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Noun
This has the effect of treating bitcoin as an asset with long-term value, akin to gold, rather than a deposit account available for immediate fiscal needs.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Dion was photographed rocking a stylish-yet-casual outfit, which featured a white button-down, dark wash jeans, gold hoops, bracelets and a necklace to tie it all together.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
McCarthy’s sleeveless halter dress featured a sheer, gold fabric with a cowl neck.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 18 Mar. 2025
In Texas—and more recently, Illinois—Arwa emulates the aesthetic with its specific designs like the geometric inlays crafted into the gold arch designs inspired by one the oldest mosques in Yemen, Queen Arwa Mosque.
—Hira Qureshi, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gold
Noun
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At the end of 2025, Manchester United would have run out of cash.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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There are plenty of companies buying houses for cash these days.—
KC Property Group,
Kansas City Star,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The first features a titanium case with red and gilt accents within the dial and movement, while the second uses a Carbon TPT case formed by hundreds of layers of carbon fibers, with yellow accents in the dial and movement.—
Blake Buettner,
Robb Report,
21 Mar. 2025
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The art work, a ten-by-thirteen-inch neoclassical portrait in a cheap gilt frame, depicted a woman in a gas mask.—
Alex Scordelis,
The New Yorker,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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If true, good for those outside government in possession of digital wallets, and too bad for those outside government with digital wallets assuming the coins collapse.—
John Tamny,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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On the other side of the coin, a considerable amount of research is being devoted to assessing the potential for chatbots to improve mental health in therapy.—
Will McCurdy,
PCMAG,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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At Mandeville Lakefront When the clock strikes golden hour, there’s no place locals would rather be than the Mandeville lakefront.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
23 Mar. 2025
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The menu will also feature a few only-in-Miami items, like hamachi crudo served with winter citrus, golden beets and habanero ponzu, Dover sole and a dessert named Orange Dreamsicle, with orange mousse, yuzu puree and mint basil granita.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Though the investments may seem legitimate, criminals eventually disappear with the consumers’ money.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
15 Mar. 2025
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By revoking money from global-health efforts, the U.S. has created the conditions for the health of people around the world to deteriorate, which will give tuberculosis even more opportunities to kill.—
John Green,
The Atlantic,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The display-worthy compact, decked with gilded stars, makes the blush all the more appealing.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2025
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Decorate the mantel with antique accents, a gilded mirror, and a couple vases.—
Maggie Gillette,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Trump taps Beach as new US treasurer President Donald Trump named Georgia state Sen. Brandon Beach as his administration's treasurer, meaning his signature will soon appear on U.S. currency.—
Compiled by Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports,
arkansasonline.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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These intermediaries hold accounts in multiple currencies, facilitating transfers through the SWIFT network.—
Ozan Ozerk,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Gold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gold. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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