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as in preserving
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
each curator is responsible for the preservation of the works of art within his or her department
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as in conservation
the careful maintaining and protection of something valuable especially in its natural or original state
the preservation of the tropical rainforests is a global responsibility
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Recent Examples of preservation
Equally important was the preservation and enhancement of the venue’s historical elements, ensuring that both its interior and exterior reflected the timeless beauty of its heritage.
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Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 3 Dec. 2024
In addition to cultural preservation, artists are also using artificial intelligence in their creative practices.
—Iris Kim, NBC News, 29 Nov. 2024
More on-site offerings include a spa, historic preservation sites, Pacific Rim-to-table food, tennis courts, pickleball, and family-friendly experiences.
—Geoff Whitmore, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
The brand continues its core sustainability initiatives from its Hawaii property, including coral reef preservation and its fruit recycling program.
—Dana Givens, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
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Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 3 Dec. 2024
In addition to cultural preservation, artists are also using artificial intelligence in their creative practices.
—Iris Kim, NBC News, 29 Nov. 2024
More on-site offerings include a spa, historic preservation sites, Pacific Rim-to-table food, tennis courts, pickleball, and family-friendly experiences.
—Geoff Whitmore, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
The brand continues its core sustainability initiatives from its Hawaii property, including coral reef preservation and its fruit recycling program.
—Dana Givens, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preservation
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Joe Liebezeit is a staff scientist and avian conservation manager of Portland Audubon Society.Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2024
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This data challenges the notion that protecting nursery areas alone is sufficient for safeguarding young sharks, pointing to the need for broader conservation measures that account for their wide-ranging movements.Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Minimum initial deposit From $5,000 to $10,000, depending on the plan Fees The $40 annual maintenance fee for variable annuities can be waived for contracts valued at $100,000 or more.Liz Knueven, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
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American Airlines confirmed that the flight was diverted due to a reported bird strike, and maintenance crews would inspect the aircraft.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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In the wake of the fraud case scandal, foundations have doubled down and committed millions to keep the conservancy’s projects going.Darcie Moran, Detroit Free Press, 13 Nov. 2024
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State of play: Plante Moran will work on the upcoming audit and tax return filing, conservancy spokesperson Marc Pasco told Axios in an email.Joe Guillen, Axios, 10 Oct. 2024
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“Preservation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preservation. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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