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in the rough





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They might find a diamond in the rough.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 27, 2026

Certain items may be overvalued, while others may be the proverbial diamonds in the rough.

From MarketWatch Dec. 26, 2025

Two vessels sank in the rough seas, a fishing boat in Khanh Hoa province and a smaller raft in Lam Dong, according to the environment ministry.

From Barron's Nov. 30, 2025

As training camp unfolds, the Chargers may have unearthed a diamond in the rough with fifth-round pick KeAndre Lambert-Smith, the 21st wide receiver selected in the draft.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 9, 2025

Often they would say nothing for hours together, lying in the rough, warm grass while the shadows moved to evening, until at last the local blackbird cocked its tail and tuck-tucked away to roost.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams




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