treasure trove
noun
1
: treasure that anyone finds
specifically
: gold or silver in the form of money, plate, or bullion which is found hidden and whose ownership is not known
2
: a valuable discovery, resource, or collection
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Examples of treasure trove in a Sentence
Divers found a treasure trove of gold and silver in the wreckage of a ship that sank hundreds of years ago.
the ancient city, having been almost perfectly preserved under volcanic ash for nearly 2,000 years, is proving to be a treasure trove of archaeological information
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Coates’s new residence is a treasure trove of bespoke details, featuring 14-foot ceilings with custom wood paneling and handcrafted design.
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James McClain, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2024
Amazon is always a treasure trove of hidden gems and stellar markdowns on a wide range of products across all categories, including spring fashion staples, travel accessories, and genius storage solutions.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2024
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James McClain, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2024
Amazon is always a treasure trove of hidden gems and stellar markdowns on a wide range of products across all categories, including spring fashion staples, travel accessories, and genius storage solutions.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for treasure trove
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“Treasure trove.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/treasure%20trove. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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