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as in conserved
to keep in good condition
vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy
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Recent Examples of preserved
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2026
The preserved documents—often far more personal and revealing than the average newspaper obituary—speak to this era’s contributions to Ypsilanti, extolling leadership roles in local philanthropic and religious organizations.
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April White,
JSTOR Daily,
29 Apr. 2026
Allen Street is Tombstone's main street and is filled with unique vendors and preserved architecture.
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Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
19 Jan. 2026
Regardless, this is an exceedingly genteel way to end a show that previously had shown us not one, not two, but three shots of removed and preserved vulvas.
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Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
4 Oct. 2025
The expansion adds 14 new galleries, a children’s art and education studio, and new public spaces for events and programs, encompassing 17,000 square feet of interior space and four additional acres of preserved greenspace.
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Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Some versions add preserved lemon, anchovies, capers or tomatoes.
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Carole Kotkin,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
Christopher Derose,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
Since then, Hawks says, the team has unearthed other bones that might be better preserved, and sampling and sequencing technologies have also improved.
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ArsTechnica,
25 June 2026
The city has held its third group listening and information session this month where participants have highlighted the park’s role as a hub for family gatherings and community identity, urging that its rich history be preserved.
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Ryan MacAsero,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
The 498-acre Village Farms project, on land off East Covell Boulevard surrounded on three sides by existing neighborhoods, included a mix of affordable units, townhomes and small single-family homes, with roughly half the acreage preserved as open space.
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Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
That continuity is evident in how decisions are made, how people are treated and in how the institution’s guiding principles are preserved even as the bank grows.
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Midfirst Bank Contributor,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
His one-hop throw to the plate, which came after second baseman Casey Schmitt snagged a lineout but threw wildly to second base, momentarily preserved a scoreless game.
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Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
After excavation was halted, the remains were reinterred, and the site was preserved under the National Park Service.
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Christina Ray Stanton,
New York Daily News,
19 June 2026
Beyond the camps, Poland is also home to synagogues that have been preserved and now act as museums.
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Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2026
Adjective
Years later, advances in DNA testing allowed investigators to analyze preserved evidence that had not been testable during the original proceedings, leading military prosecutors to pursue the case and ultimately secure a conviction.
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Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2026
The preserved documents—often far more personal and revealing than the average newspaper obituary—speak to this era’s contributions to Ypsilanti, extolling leadership roles in local philanthropic and religious organizations.
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April White,
JSTOR Daily,
29 Apr. 2026
Allen Street is Tombstone's main street and is filled with unique vendors and preserved architecture.
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Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
19 Jan. 2026
Regardless, this is an exceedingly genteel way to end a show that previously had shown us not one, not two, but three shots of removed and preserved vulvas.
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Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
4 Oct. 2025
The expansion adds 14 new galleries, a children’s art and education studio, and new public spaces for events and programs, encompassing 17,000 square feet of interior space and four additional acres of preserved greenspace.
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Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Some versions add preserved lemon, anchovies, capers or tomatoes.
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Carole Kotkin,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
While the Civil War was fought far from Pittsburgh's streets, its impact can still be found here today — in the graves of arsenal workers, in the medals of hometown heroes, and in the stories preserved for future generations.
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Christopher Derose,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
Since then, Hawks says, the team has unearthed other bones that might be better preserved, and sampling and sequencing technologies have also improved.
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ArsTechnica,
25 June 2026
The city has held its third group listening and information session this month where participants have highlighted the park’s role as a hub for family gatherings and community identity, urging that its rich history be preserved.
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Ryan MacAsero,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
The 498-acre Village Farms project, on land off East Covell Boulevard surrounded on three sides by existing neighborhoods, included a mix of affordable units, townhomes and small single-family homes, with roughly half the acreage preserved as open space.
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Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
That continuity is evident in how decisions are made, how people are treated and in how the institution’s guiding principles are preserved even as the bank grows.
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Midfirst Bank Contributor,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
His one-hop throw to the plate, which came after second baseman Casey Schmitt snagged a lineout but threw wildly to second base, momentarily preserved a scoreless game.
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Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
After excavation was halted, the remains were reinterred, and the site was preserved under the National Park Service.
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Christina Ray Stanton,
New York Daily News,
19 June 2026
Beyond the camps, Poland is also home to synagogues that have been preserved and now act as museums.
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Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preserved
Adjective
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This is not a franchise that seems capable of really recapturing the magic of the circumstances that birthed it; some good things are best left untouched and alone.
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Think pixelated logos, websites untouched since the AOL era and brand architectures so tangled by years of acquisitions and restructuring that even the founders can’t map them cleanly.
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This ancient developmental program, deeply conserved, can also be radically repurposed, as seen in the star-nosed mole's sensory tentacles.
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These nuclei are extremely well conserved across different species through evolution, all the way from lampreys to humans.
Adjective
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The city's website also includes guidelines regarding the disposal of sandbags — only dry and uncontaminated bags should be reused, and those that have been exposed to floodwaters should be placed in residents' bulk trash piles for collection.
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Lin collects uncontaminated plastics which include needle and medication caps, as well as plastic containers.
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Attorneys involved in the case have repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and maintained that the vast majority of claims are valid.
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Most access points are reached from the west side, coming through Meeker, and Grimes noted that despite the isolation, the gravel roads are well-maintained, meaning a passenger vehicle should get you to most trailheads.
Adjective
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The project has sparked outrage because of the location’s pristine nature and unique habitat that would be irreversibly devastated, according to environmentalists.
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But even if his off-court record were pristine, this is brutal work.
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The Ocean City, New Jersey, man who saved a girl from a rip current late last year has received a major honor.
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The goalkeeper saved long-range shots by Rodríguez, Johan Mojica and Gustavo Puerta, and close-range attempts by Díaz and Muñoz.
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Despite growing interest, Bocas retains an unspoiled charm due to limited access and the absence of large resorts, ensuring a tranquil experience.
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Just like the director’s films skip festivals and initially rely on minimalistic marketing, passing on early screenings could be interpreted as another way to ensure audience members go into the film unspoiled.
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If a co-worker asks for help, set a clear window so your schedule stays protected.
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And in Western water law, that place in line — senior rights — guarantees that when drought hits, your share is protected.
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“Preserved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preserved. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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