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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
However, although MPAs conserve 10% of our oceans, not all areas are managed effectively and truly protect ocean resources.
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Brianna Randall,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Jackie and Shadow became internet sensations thanks to the live webcams maintained in their nest by nonprofit organization Friends of Big Bear Valley, which is an outspoken voice for conserving eagle habitat.
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Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Qualcomm says its expertise at making smartphone and PC chips that conserve battery life will serve customers like hyperscalers that are increasingly building data centers where the limiting factor is electrical power.
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Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Gentle acceleration and maintaining a steady speed while driving can also help conserve fuel.
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Charles Singh,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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Brianna Randall,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Jackie and Shadow became internet sensations thanks to the live webcams maintained in their nest by nonprofit organization Friends of Big Bear Valley, which is an outspoken voice for conserving eagle habitat.
—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Qualcomm says its expertise at making smartphone and PC chips that conserve battery life will serve customers like hyperscalers that are increasingly building data centers where the limiting factor is electrical power.
—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Gentle acceleration and maintaining a steady speed while driving can also help conserve fuel.
—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for conserve
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Developers will preserve about 1,200 acres and plan 26 miles of trails, with portions in the Hickory Creek area.
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Georgia Tech officials said preserving capacity while modernizing the fan experience was a key goal of the project.
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Anguay said in a statement that she was humbled by the appointment, and said the utility would maintain its focus on providing safe, reliable power at affordable rates.
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And as sweat pours out, the loss of fluids reduces blood volume, meaning your heart is forced to pump even harder to maintain blood pressure.
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In the final months of pregnancy, the testicles descend through a passage called the inguinal canal to land in the scrotum, the pouch that protects them for the rest of a man’s life.
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This shampoo and conditioner are designed to strengthen and protect hair health while reducing frizz and split ends.
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According to the Northwestern Mutual survey, nearly three-quarters of Gen Z already have saved more than one year of income toward retirement.
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Clark had a collection of par saves around the turn as Scottie Scheffler was making a move and poured it on with a fairway metal to get within four feet for eagle on the par-five 16th for an even-par 70 that gave him a six-shot lead.
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“Conserve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conserve. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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