Definition of conservancynext
as in preservation
the careful maintaining and protection of something valuable especially in its natural or original state she's devoted her life to conservancy of the rain forest

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Recent Examples of conservancy Fresco and the conservancy are playing a part in writing the location's next chapter. — Gio Insignares, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026 The conservancy built a 14,400-square-foot greenhouse habitat and a 6,000-square-foot hoop house cold frame to hold up to 500 turtles as a temporary quarantine for new arrivals. — Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026 The front deck looks across the surrounding forest toward the Sierra Crest, while the adjacent conservancy land provides separation from neighboring homes. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 22 Sep. 2026 Train with Anti-Poaching Dogs Throughout Africa’s national parks, wildlife conservancies, and private concessions, anti-poaching units are an essential part of conservation efforts. — Emily Baldwin, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conservancy
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Noun
  • While none of those positions are specifically for historic preservation, the possible addition of three new people could allow for the reallocation of more staff time to historic preservation.
    — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Approximately 20 target and preservation letters have been issued to date in the probe.
    — Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
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  • When a significant property becomes available, conservation organizations often must assemble funding from private donors, foundations, grants, and government partners to compete with development interests.
    — Gilbert Miller, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2026
  • For Placer Land Trust, the opening marks another milestone in its conservation efforts.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 1 Nov. 2026

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“Conservancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conservancy. Accessed 6 Nov. 2026.

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