diamond in the rough
Example Sentences
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Certain items may be overvalued, while others may be the proverbial diamonds in the rough.
From MarketWatch
Investors always like to find a diamond in the rough.
From Barron's
“Everyone would want the diamond in the rough, which is really the studios business ... and HBO.”
From Los Angeles Times
Like most late-round prospects hoping to become a diamond in the rough, Horn came with questions.
From Los Angeles Times
“But the diamond in the rough is that the Duke’s family and the surfing community have all rallied around. I am so appreciative.”
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
