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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Perseverance’s in situ studies of the samples already hint at the ancient lake’s highly dynamic environment, and the minerals preserved in these rocks represent a treasure trove for future scientists to examine.
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Robin Wordsworth, Scientific American, 26 June 2024
From the latest tech gadgets to must-have home essentials, Amazon is a treasure trove of fantastic finds.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 24 June 2024
Amazon’s Bring on Outdoor Living storefront is a treasure trove of outdoor furniture, decor, and accessories that can upgrade your outdoor space and enhance your curb appeal.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2024
But that cast-aside outer layer is a treasure trove of nutrients, vitamins, and fiber and adds some delightful texture and depth of flavor to meals.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 12 June 2024
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Robin Wordsworth, Scientific American, 26 June 2024
From the latest tech gadgets to must-have home essentials, Amazon is a treasure trove of fantastic finds.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 24 June 2024
Amazon’s Bring on Outdoor Living storefront is a treasure trove of outdoor furniture, decor, and accessories that can upgrade your outdoor space and enhance your curb appeal.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2024
But that cast-aside outer layer is a treasure trove of nutrients, vitamins, and fiber and adds some delightful texture and depth of flavor to meals.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 12 June 2024
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“Treasure trove.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/treasure%20trove. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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