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as in mint
being in an original and unused or unspoiled state
a pristine forest that has never been subjected to logging or development
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as in immaculate
free from dirt or stain
one doesn't dare spill anything on his car's pristine upholstery
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Recent Examples of pristine
Gone were the logoed blazers, pristine sets and cheerful patter, replaced by an actual working newsroom filled with anchors and reporters that became media stars in their own right.
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Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
This isn’t the time for high heels that could potentially disturb the pristine greens.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2025
About 11 million gallons – about the volume of 125 Olympic-size swimming pools – flowed into the Prince William Sound, a pristine haven of wildlife and scenery.
—Michael Loria, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2025
The pristine shingled buildings behind a white picket fence at The Roundtree only hint at their long history, but one of its cottages dates back 250 years.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
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Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
This isn’t the time for high heels that could potentially disturb the pristine greens.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2025
About 11 million gallons – about the volume of 125 Olympic-size swimming pools – flowed into the Prince William Sound, a pristine haven of wildlife and scenery.
—Michael Loria, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2025
The pristine shingled buildings behind a white picket fence at The Roundtree only hint at their long history, but one of its cottages dates back 250 years.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pristine
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Despite the vulnerability of the first line of their press, the team’s ability to drop and press backwards is immaculate.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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The balance between vulnerability and the role of the DJ – bringing immaculate tunes and vibes – is a unique demand.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
9 Apr. 2025
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But the losses do suggest Democrats must dig harder for fresh faces and new ideas n their party’s campaign hierarchy.—
Amie Parnes,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
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Like them, Eugene was given more depth and significance in the TV adaptation, providing fresh emotional stakes for longtime fans and newcomers alike.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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Instead, use a clean Q-tip to gently wipe away any excess spray.—
Leah Campano,
Seventeen,
3 Feb. 2023
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Under the auspices of the Sustainable Marblehead Beach Cleaning team, led by Pam Roberts, groups of volunteers clean at least one beach in Marblehead each week, year-round.—
Bette Keva,
BostonGlobe.com,
3 Feb. 2023
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Would the virginal and so presumably menstruating Mary have been barred from worshipping her son?—
S. C. Cornell,
The New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2025
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Why keep up this fake pretense that each date is somehow brand-new, virginal?—
Anelise Chen,
The Atlantic,
25 Feb. 2025
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But the challengers urged the Supreme Court to leave the district court orders untouched.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2025
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In Griffin, meanwhile, the four Republican justices ordered voters disenfranchised in just four North Carolina counties — all of which favor Democrats — while leaving similarly situated voters in other counties untouched.—
Ian Millhiser,
Vox,
14 Apr. 2025
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The Japanese recycled chip was now as good as virgin polyester but was fiendishly expensive.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Use your best quality extra virgin olive oil or a specialty flavor (such as garlic or herb).—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Pristine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pristine. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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