pearls

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For her performance, which lasted less than three minutes, Miss Becky wore two strands of pearls and matching earrings.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

In her formalwear, Elizabeth favored elaborate embroidery of satin, lace, and silk that incorporated pearls, crystals and sequins.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

He has also mocked allies uneasy about the widening conflict, referring to those who "wring their hands and clutch their pearls, hemming and hawing about the use of force."

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Beyond potential heavy metal exposure, the pearls themselves may create digestive problems.

From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026

Modest white outside walls crowned with slanting tile decorations gave no hint of the elaborate courtyards and inner living quarters that were hidden like pearls in their oyster shells.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh