as in conserves
to keep in good condition
vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy
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Recent Examples of preserves
This preserves development velocity while preventing the entropy that eventually strangles the innovation vibe coding enables.
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Slow down and study the impacts to protect workers and preserves the investment and jobs that make opportunity possible in the first place.
—Mark Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
The postwar 1947 Imperial House Law, which largely preserves conservative prewar family values, also only allows male succession.
—Mari Yamaguchi, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
Planning Commissioner Mark Rosene noted the project preserves golf, but also adds a new, unique experience, and made the motion to approve the application, which was approved 6-0 by commissioners.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
Coupled with a suite of PFAS-free process innovations—including water-repellent surface modification and adhesives—the membrane also preserves waterproof performance.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 4 Sep. 2025
Lessons from history and culture The National Park System also preserves America’s history and culture – and reminds people of the country’s collective mistakes and triumphs.
—Jeffrey C. Hallo, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
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
Now, as Darlington hosts its 75th Southern 500, Gordon stands as one who’s written — and now preserves — its history.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2025
Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Slow down and study the impacts to protect workers and preserves the investment and jobs that make opportunity possible in the first place.
—Mark Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
The postwar 1947 Imperial House Law, which largely preserves conservative prewar family values, also only allows male succession.
—Mari Yamaguchi, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
Planning Commissioner Mark Rosene noted the project preserves golf, but also adds a new, unique experience, and made the motion to approve the application, which was approved 6-0 by commissioners.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
Coupled with a suite of PFAS-free process innovations—including water-repellent surface modification and adhesives—the membrane also preserves waterproof performance.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 4 Sep. 2025
Lessons from history and culture The National Park System also preserves America’s history and culture – and reminds people of the country’s collective mistakes and triumphs.
—Jeffrey C. Hallo, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
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
Now, as Darlington hosts its 75th Southern 500, Gordon stands as one who’s written — and now preserves — its history.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preserves
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Independent analysis by the World Wildlife Fund shows that saving one million pounds of fruit conserves 320 billion gallons of water and avoids 169,000 metric tons of carbon emissions.—
Ivanka Trump,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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Researchers say the technology not only conserves water but also ensures construction materials meet strict safety standards.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Aug. 2025
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Bert Kreischer maintains his shirtless, party-animal persona but now attempts to balance it with a healthier lifestyle.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
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The company sells more than 1,200 different products and maintains full transparency with all regulatory agencies.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Being busy suited Onana, who was fully engaged and concentrated, made some smart reaction saves and kept his distribution on the right side of zany.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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How Lack Of Time Hurts Workplace Environment Productivity The irony is that carving out even a little time for inquiry almost always saves time later.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Preserves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preserves. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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