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like gold dust
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(of something valuable and desirable) extremely difficult to get, particularly due to a lot of people desiring it as well
Idiom
Informal
Old useWhat is the origin of the idiom "like gold dust" and when to use it?
The idiom "like gold dust" originated from the preciousness and rarity of gold dust, which is extremely scarce and difficult to find. It is used to describe something that is in high demand or highly sought after, but is scarce or limited in availability.
Example
Tickets for the concert were like gold dust, selling out within minutes of being released.
During the holiday season, finding a parking spot in the busy shopping district is like gold dust.
In the job market, qualified candidates with specialized skills are like gold dust for employers.
