1
as in preserves
to avoid the wasteful or destructive use of
the need to conserve oil and other finite fossil fuels
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as in maintains
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 conserves
Researchers say the technology not only conserves water but also ensures construction materials meet strict safety standards.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2025
That means the agency stops paying out for previous disasters and conserves its money for life-saving missions during any new ones.
—Mae Anderson, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2024
This not only conserves landfill space but also promotes recycling and resource conservation.
—Ganes Kesari, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2025
That means the agency stops paying out for previous disasters and conserves its money for life-saving missions during any new ones.
—Mae Anderson, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2024
This not only conserves landfill space but also promotes recycling and resource conservation.
—Ganes Kesari, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conserves
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However, the company can still pursue deals that make Chrome the default browser option – a meaningful distinction that preserves much of Chrome's strategic value.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The process preserves raw materials and allows non-reusable cells to be passed on to recyclers, who can still recover lithium, cobalt, and other critical elements.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Sep. 2025
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The Miami Herald maintains full editorial control of this work.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Johnson, at the Urban Institute, maintains that many seniors are faring a bit worse this year in terms of inflation than the general population.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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According to the International Trademark Association, the right of publicity is an intellectual property right that protects against the misappropriation of a person’s likeness — such as the photo — for commercial benefit.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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This foundation builds trust, protects capital, and sets the stage for strategic growth in volatile digital markets.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Conserves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conserves. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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