hidden gem
A "hidden gem" refers to something of great quality or value that has not been widely discovered or recognized.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Something of exceptional quality or value that is not widely known or appreciated.
Example
- The small cafe around the corner is a hidden gem with the best coffee in town.
- That indie film turned out to be a hidden gem.
B2Video Games
(technical, informal)An item or feature in a game that is valuable or beneficial but not easily found.
Example
- Finding the hidden gem in the game gave me extra points.
- The secret level is a hidden gem that many players overlook.
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