as in to conserve
to keep in good condition
vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy
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Recent Examples of preserve
The goal of preserving and strengthening the bear population is fundamentally at odds with a pre-holiday slaughter.
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Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 July 2025
The lagoon would also be preserved and the site once again rebranded, this time as Laguna Vista.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 18 July 2025
The project would preserve more than 50% of the property’s greenery, including its trees, which was a concern for residents.
—Alecia Taylor, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2025
This is often implemented using a bronze, silver, gold pattern, where raw data is preserved, structured, validated and ultimately prepared for business consumption.
—Gabriel Gonzalez, Forbes.com, 17 July 2025
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Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 July 2025
The lagoon would also be preserved and the site once again rebranded, this time as Laguna Vista.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 18 July 2025
The project would preserve more than 50% of the property’s greenery, including its trees, which was a concern for residents.
—Alecia Taylor, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2025
This is often implemented using a bronze, silver, gold pattern, where raw data is preserved, structured, validated and ultimately prepared for business consumption.
—Gabriel Gonzalez, Forbes.com, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preserve
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There is probably no better example of a shortstop conserving his throwing arm than the one who left town Thursday night, Texas Rangers star Corey Seager.—
Mike Digiovanna,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
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Suggesting that extinction can be reversed through technology risks undermining the urgency of conserving existing species and ecosystems, critics say.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
9 July 2025
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Two-way traffic will be maintained during construction.—
Sofia Joseph,
jsonline.com,
22 July 2025
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This practice helps maintain brand consistency and maximize the return on creative production budgets.—
Andrew Fingerman,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Their bravery and quick action undoubtedly saved many lives.—
Shane Croucher
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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At best, the new tax break means many seniors will save some money on taxes over four years.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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Grijalva is campaigning on protecting Medicaid, promoting affordable housing, and defending southern Arizona’s economy against the Trump administration.—
Brittany Shepherd,
ABC News,
15 July 2025
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Applying a daily sunscreen can help protect your skin from UV rays.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
15 July 2025
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“Preserve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preserve. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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