1
as in to preserve
to avoid the wasteful or destructive use of
the need to conserve oil and other finite fossil fuels
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as in to maintain
to keep in good condition
conserve our national parks so that they may be enjoyed by future generations
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Recent Examples of conserve
Where the ponderous fire-roads invited a slow, deliberate pace to space our kidneys, the combination of hilly terrain and a slick surface demanded a more extemporaneous approach to conserving momentum.
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Byron Hurd, The Drive, 22 Jan. 2026
Adding a 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch around fruit tree bases insulates the soil, conserves moisture, and reduces weeds.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2026
Georgia’s regional water councils are important boards that help communities conserve valuable resources.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Many Northern California luxury estates are now outfitted with solar panels, smart thermostats, and intelligent irrigation systems that conserve resources while keeping properties lush and comfortable.
—Amplified Content Studio, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
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Byron Hurd, The Drive, 22 Jan. 2026
Adding a 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch around fruit tree bases insulates the soil, conserves moisture, and reduces weeds.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2026
Georgia’s regional water councils are important boards that help communities conserve valuable resources.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Many Northern California luxury estates are now outfitted with solar panels, smart thermostats, and intelligent irrigation systems that conserve resources while keeping properties lush and comfortable.
—Amplified Content Studio, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conserve
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As a recent Forbes analysis on AI and internal controls underscores, when technology reshapes how money moves, CFOs become responsible not just for managing risk, but for preserving the control structures that protect enterprise value.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Jan. 2026
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Kim maintained a high profile as first lady, often wearing stylish outfits on overseas presidential trips that won her both praise and criticism back home.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
28 Jan. 2026
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If Engstrand had stayed while maintaining his title of offensive coordinator, the Jets could have skipped the interview process required for offensive and defensive coordinators.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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As a recent Forbes analysis on AI and internal controls underscores, when technology reshapes how money moves, CFOs become responsible not just for managing risk, but for preserving the control structures that protect enterprise value.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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During Wednesday morning's hearing, the former detainees testified remotely from their home countries using translators and only their initials to protect their identities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Jan. 2026
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Keeping Tabs on Car and Insurance-Related Documents Good documentation helps save time and stress during claims or disputes.—
Ethan M. Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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After first responders tried to save her at the scene, she was taken to Hennepin Healthcare and pronounced dead.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Conserve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conserve. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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