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national treasure

noun

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  1. A place, object, or person that is deemed to be of value to an entire nation, usually…

    A place, object, or person that is deemed to be of value to an entire nation, usually because of cultural significance.

    • [Marcel] Somerville was called a “national treasure” during the third season. But when he cheated on his Love Island partner, Gabby Allen, after leaving the villa, the U.K. media turned on him.
    • But drinking in the bath always feels slightly performative, as though I'm auditioning for the role of beloved boozy singleton and UK national treasure, Bridget Jones.

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