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 fund’s goal looks to long-term recovery to help preserve Altadena’s cultural heritage.
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Matt Minton, Variety, 7 Feb. 2025
His sales pitch for the advantages of chartering Christina O—which can sleep up to 34 guests—over a modern superyacht includes the sense of history preserved in every room.
—Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2025
Such drills are intended to practice the military's ability to help key government officials survive and preserve official functions in the event of disasters or emergencies.
—Davis Winkie, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
The multi-rayed sea cucumber measured about 1 foot long and 3 inches wide when alive but shrank after being preserved, researchers said.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
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Matt Minton, Variety, 7 Feb. 2025
His sales pitch for the advantages of chartering Christina O—which can sleep up to 34 guests—over a modern superyacht includes the sense of history preserved in every room.
—Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2025
Such drills are intended to practice the military's ability to help key government officials survive and preserve official functions in the event of disasters or emergencies.
—Davis Winkie, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
The multi-rayed sea cucumber measured about 1 foot long and 3 inches wide when alive but shrank after being preserved, researchers said.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
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Homeowners should take precautions before a storm hits by setting thermostats to a reasonable level to conserve energy, insulating pipes to prevent freezing and ensuring all doors and windows are sealed properly.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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The collaboration serves to increase hunting efficiency and conserves energy for both parties, which is a clear evolutionary advantage in such a competitive ecosystem.—
Jake Parks,
Discover Magazine,
3 Feb. 2025
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Ashwin understands the challenging landscape that CEOs, CIOs, and CTOs navigate today, with an overwhelming array of AI products, competing advice from consulting firms and service providers while maintaining a competitive edge.—
Jason Phillips,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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Each one also has a larger drawing area, while still maintaining a 16:9 aspect ratio to complement most displays.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
15 Feb. 2025
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For Howard, there’s no doubt in his mind Andre saved his sister’s life.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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Six Feet Films producer and co-writer Darwin Shaw explained that the idea of telling this story first came from a meeting with Lee’s brother David, who had gone to school with the veterinarian who saved Thandi’s life after she was left for dead by poachers.—
David Morgan,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2025
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Residents wonder what a rebuilt community will look like — and who will return to protect the spirit of the town.—
Colleen Shalby,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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In the meantime, guests can see the manatees at The Seas with Nemo and Friends and learn all about the species and how to help protect them.—
Eve Chen,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Preserve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preserve. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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