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
That said, workers can also lose precious months and even years while searching for their purpose or calling.
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Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 13 Oct. 2025
So, where exactly do these shells come from—and why are they considered more valuable than precious gems?
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
Last week, German specialty chemical company Rudolf announced a strategic partnership with Heraeus Precious Metals, a leading company in the precious metals industry.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Oct. 2025
After that, every human interaction felt precious and potentially fleeting.
—Joe Garcia, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2025
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Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 13 Oct. 2025
So, where exactly do these shells come from—and why are they considered more valuable than precious gems?
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
Last week, German specialty chemical company Rudolf announced a strategic partnership with Heraeus Precious Metals, a leading company in the precious metals industry.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Oct. 2025
After that, every human interaction felt precious and potentially fleeting.
—Joe Garcia, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for precious
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That combination of excellence and diversity prepares students for the real world and must be protected and celebrated as one of our district’s most valuable assets.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
13 Oct. 2025
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Stay safe on wintry roads with these valuable winter driving tips from the NWS, and reduce the risk of accidents during challenging weather conditions.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
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Viewer Reactions For many, the discovery struck a chord—a reminder of how old technology can hold the snapshots of our most cherished moments.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
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For the past five years, cruising had been a cherished family tradition, with countless memories made at sea.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
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But there is also a Republican president who called Abilene his boyhood home and is even more dear to this community.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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Saw some really dear friends on the Jets sideline, Bobby Mastrodi, security guard, so great to see.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Oct. 2025
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From flooding to hurricanes and sinkholes, homeowners in the county face a number of challenges which makes coverage more expensive—especially considering that flood insurance is not part of a standard policy.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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The proposal beat out two less expensive pitches.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
13 Oct. 2025
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All my love to her children and loved ones.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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That credo reasserts itself as Polly begins to be haunted by visions of her loved ones.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
11 Oct. 2025
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Starting in Harrison, follow scenic Highway 7 south toward the adorable mountain town of Jasper.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
15 Oct. 2025
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Read more about this unbearably adorable two-month-old baby pygmy hippopotamus at the link in bio.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
14 Oct. 2025
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These mistakes are not only costly on a game-by-game basis because their suspension ramifications, particularly in a Chelsea squad already carrying several defensive injuries, are key.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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The project will help Arkansas deal with an increase in freight volume, without costly roadway expansion, while supporting safer and smarter infrastructure, according to a company news release.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Oct. 2025
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Though D’Angelo only released three albums in his lifetime, his beloved 1995 debut, Brown Sugar, followed by 2000’s Voodoo and 2014’s Black Messiah, Hill wrote that the singer’s aching vulnerability and incomparable passion moved, and inspired, the culture.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
15 Oct. 2025
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The fact that the film is named after its subject’s most beloved — and most despised by Hart himself — hit tells you everything.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Precious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precious. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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