English / phrase
A Gem of Something
MEANING IN ENGLISH
An exceptionally outstanding, highly valued, or precious piece/example of something.
In context
01
The documentary on deep-sea pollution was celebrated as a gem of investigative journalism.
02
The young reporter uncovered a gem of an eyewitness archive dating back sixty years.
Synonyms
Masterpiece,rare treasure,pearl
Antonyms
Mediocre work,substandard piece,junk
Collocations
a gem of journalism,a true gem of,discover a gem of