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
Deadheading peonies helps the plant conserve energy for healthier growth and blooms next year.
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 27 May 2026
The partisan press of the antebellum and Civil War period tended to conserve the views of these factions.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
The event also supports WILDCOAST’s programs to conserve wild coastlines and wildlife in California and beyond.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Since the best way to conserve your freezer’s chill is to keep the door closed, have someone time your mad dash for sugar.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 May 2026
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 27 May 2026
The partisan press of the antebellum and Civil War period tended to conserve the views of these factions.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
The event also supports WILDCOAST’s programs to conserve wild coastlines and wildlife in California and beyond.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Since the best way to conserve your freezer’s chill is to keep the door closed, have someone time your mad dash for sugar.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conserve
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Local organizations aim to preserve the lake’s pristine condition through monitoring, boat-washing stations, and other initiatives that minimize the impact of waste and control the spread of invasive species.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Its natural indigo project in Turkey reflects its commitment to reducing chemical impact while preserving the authenticity and depth of traditional denim aesthetics.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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While the property and its staff maintain an air of elegance, guests are decidedly informal.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association President Trip Barrs warned firefighters wouldn’t be able to maintain current services.—
Lawrence Mower Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2026
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This sacrificial mechanism forces an impact to expend far more energy to penetrate the material, thereby protecting the stronger, load-bearing polymer bonds from failing during rapid deformation.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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He is done trying to do the former by going to meetings and trying to save kids who can’t save themselves.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
1 June 2026
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Do this enough times in a season and after a few years, investing in an entry level robotic pool cleaner may actually pay for itself in dollars as well as time saved.—
Brad Moon,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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“Conserve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conserve. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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