1
as in valuable
commanding a large price
diamonds and other precious stones
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2
as in cherished
granted special treatment or attention
parents who refuse to hear the slightest criticism of their precious children
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as in dear
having qualities that tend to make one loved
a precious friend for whom I would do anything
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Recent Examples of precious
If the power comes flickering on for a few precious hours in the middle of the night, that’s when Cubans now rise to wearily cook and iron clothes.
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Patrick Oppmann, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
It can be seen as a hassle, especially for those concerned about getting product on their clothing (like me) or those who simply do not want to spend precious seconds grabbing for more product to lather elsewhere (also me).
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
The combinations are just right, precise but not precious.
—Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
That’s incredibly precious and gives us hope.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
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Patrick Oppmann, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
It can be seen as a hassle, especially for those concerned about getting product on their clothing (like me) or those who simply do not want to spend precious seconds grabbing for more product to lather elsewhere (also me).
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
The combinations are just right, precise but not precious.
—Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
That’s incredibly precious and gives us hope.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for precious
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Unit 2 successfully achieved grid connection Recently, the project’s Unit 2 successfully achieved grid connection and full-load power generation at the first attempt, providing valuable engineering practice in support of China’s new-type power system development.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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After more than two decades in orbit, Mars Express continues to provide valuable views of the Red Planet's surface.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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The Padres have become an institution, playing in one of the more cherished buildings in sports.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Unfortunately for both the president himself and his acolytes who bought into the coin, though, it’s been on a downward trajectory that mirrors their dear leader’s approval ratings ever since.—
Frank Landymore,
Futurism,
12 Mar. 2026
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Not in 35 or so years of being dear friends.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Mar. 2026
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Her Amazon cart contains the ageless, expensive-looking building blocks of any cool girl’s closet.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
8 Mar. 2026
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High rents and expensive homes are driving families and high-wage jobs out of California.—
Matt Mahan,
Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Harding said it can be used for cases that don’t require a full autopsy or for families who would rather not have as invasive of a procedure done on their loved one.—
Shannon Tyler
March 6,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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Her representative called the incident ‘completely inexcusable,’ signaling the singer needs intervention and support from loved ones.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Brook, meanwhile, is just a stylish and musically gifted member of a similarly musically inclined pirate crew who loves singing a sea shanty to an adorable little whale.—
Rafael Motamayor,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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These adorable dish towels are perfect for the holiday, sporting shades of green and a few cute slogans to get you in the spirit.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Sinclair fined more than $300,000 for mistake that damaged more than 1,000 vehicles, causing costly repairs.—
Denver Post,
Denver Post,
6 Mar. 2026
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But less than two years later, the Oracle of Omaha decided to sell—a mistake that proved costly.—
Rachel Ventresca,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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And though the devastation wrought by last year’s fire was unprecedented in its scale, the Schneiders remain optimistic about the future of their beloved enclave and its plucky local paper.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Packed with mistaken identities, overheard conversations, and joyful chaos, this beloved classic is one of Shakespeare’s most enduring comedies.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Precious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precious. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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