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Heart of gold

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Someone with a heart of gold is very kind, generous, and caring toward others. It is used to describe people who consistently show compassion and goodwill.

The phrase comes from the long tradition of using gold as a symbol of great value and purity. By comparing a person's heart to gold, the expression suggests that their character is especially good and sincere.

She always helps her neighbors without being asked, and everyone says she has a heart of gold.