as in preservation
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
the preserving of our rights and civil liberties
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as in conserving
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as in maintaining
to keep in good condition
vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy
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Recent Examples of preserving
Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
The meticulous commitment to preserving the vintage vibe of A Christmas Story resonates.
—Annie Zaleski, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
While hot water can help break down oils and grease, cold water is gentler on fabrics and helps prevent shrinking or fading, which is important for preserving the longevity of your sheets.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
As a result, significant harm and loss to civilian life and means of preserving life resulted in these attacks on hospitals.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
Sure, the Russian air force is preserving its planes.
—David Axe, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
While the breast with the tumor had to be removed, the physician explained that there were many benefits to keeping the healthy breast intact — including preserving feeling on one side of the chest, which would be gone on the other side after surgery.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 22 Dec. 2024
Sharjah Safari is not just a tourist attraction but a strategic project showcasing Sharjah’s role as a global hub for preserving African wildlife.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
New advances in on-device AI mean this can be done while preserving user privacy.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
The museum, which was founded in 2014 with the goal of preserving automotive history, also hosts the Audrain Newport Concours and Motor Week each year.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
The meticulous commitment to preserving the vintage vibe of A Christmas Story resonates.
—Annie Zaleski, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
While hot water can help break down oils and grease, cold water is gentler on fabrics and helps prevent shrinking or fading, which is important for preserving the longevity of your sheets.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
As a result, significant harm and loss to civilian life and means of preserving life resulted in these attacks on hospitals.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
Sure, the Russian air force is preserving its planes.
—David Axe, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
While the breast with the tumor had to be removed, the physician explained that there were many benefits to keeping the healthy breast intact — including preserving feeling on one side of the chest, which would be gone on the other side after surgery.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 22 Dec. 2024
Sharjah Safari is not just a tourist attraction but a strategic project showcasing Sharjah’s role as a global hub for preserving African wildlife.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
New advances in on-device AI mean this can be done while preserving user privacy.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preserving
Noun
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These sediments formed from weathered granite and are acidic, not ideal for long-term preservation of bone.—
Smithsonian Magazine,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 Feb. 2025
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Times are changing but what Chaska has always valued is its history and the preservation of and celebration of that history.—
Bob Roepke,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Addressing these inefficiencies through sustainable practices, energy-efficient technologies, energy audits and waste-to-energy solutions is crucial to reducing the global carbon footprint, conserving resources, and mitigating the adverse effects of climate change.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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In 1980, voters overwhelmingly chose Reagan’s sunny optimism over Carter’s gloomy warnings about cutting back and conserving.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
30 Dec. 2024
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The Lego Cherry Blossoms are a colorful way to brighten up any space—with zero maintenance.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
5 Feb. 2025
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But for car owners who want to take charge of their own vehicle maintenance, checking and replacing the filter is a simple and cost-effective way to keep the air inside the car clean and fresh.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
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Fostering those connections and maintaining them over time is crucial, and often where things get tricky.—
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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The implementation of effective safety measures while maintaining technological momentum remains a crucial challenge.—
Sol Rashidi,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Preserving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preserving. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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