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as in preserving
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
each curator is responsible for the preservation of the works of art within his or her department
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as in conservation
the careful maintaining and protection of something valuable especially in its natural or original state
the preservation of the tropical rainforests is a global responsibility
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Recent Examples of preservation
Nicknamed The Gold Guy, Chiniborch is recognized for his focus on wealth preservation.
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William Jones, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Historically, such easing cycles have correlated with gold price appreciation, as investors seek preservation of capital amid softening economic indicators.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
Despite the preservation agreement being removed, the political environment and community sentiment is clear.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Sep. 2025
But adaptive reuse is encouraged, as long as preservation standards are met.
—Adrienne Davis, jsonline.com, 11 Sep. 2025
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William Jones, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Historically, such easing cycles have correlated with gold price appreciation, as investors seek preservation of capital amid softening economic indicators.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
Despite the preservation agreement being removed, the political environment and community sentiment is clear.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Sep. 2025
But adaptive reuse is encouraged, as long as preservation standards are met.
—Adrienne Davis, jsonline.com, 11 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preservation
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There are solutions for age verification that are both accurate and privacy preserving.—
Annie Chestnut Tutor,
Boston Herald,
18 Aug. 2025
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Burton said smaller and less affluent countries showcase their land conservation and environmental protection strategies too.—
Joan Michelson,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Several companies, agriculture industry officials and conservation advocates in the news release emphasized the devastating impacts the species would have the mussels took over the Snake River.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Sep. 2025
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If your home doesn't have hard water, then it's recommended to clean your shower head every 2 to 3 months for general maintenance and safe hygeine.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Denver Broncos have agreed to provide Denver Water with three parcels to place the parts of its campus that housed its operations and maintenance, distribution, trades, fleet, meter shop, warehouse and a health clinic.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
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Central Park, after sliding into dereliction through the 1970s, now tends to itself, thanks to a private conservancy, wealthy neighbors, and its superstar status.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
9 Sep. 2025
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This wildlife conservancy is my favorite spot in Laikipia, Kenya, and can be booked for as few as four guests.—
Ian Proctor,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Preservation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preservation. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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