as in managing
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as in conserving
to avoid the wasteful or destructive use of
husband our natural resources so that our children and grandchildren may benefit from them
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for husbanding
Verb
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In 1980, voters overwhelmingly chose Reagan’s sunny optimism over Carter’s gloomy warnings about cutting back and conserving.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
30 Dec. 2024 -
Addressing these inefficiencies through sustainable practices, energy-efficient technologies, energy audits and waste-to-energy solutions is crucial to reducing the global carbon footprint, conserving resources, and mitigating the adverse effects of climate change.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The Energy and Commerce Committee was directed to find $880 billion in savings.—
Riley Beggin,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Long-haul destinations, like Sydney, have seen fare drops worth hundreds of dollars in savings.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
Noun
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The exterior coverings will also be dismantled, and repaired or replaced, while a 43.5-meter-tall interior scaffolding system will support the conservation of mosaics on the interior of the historic building.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Tabei’s efforts helped bring global attention to the need for conservation in high-altitude environments, inspiring climbers to take a more responsible approach to their expeditions.—
Jenny Hall,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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“Husbanding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/husbanding. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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