as in to conserve
to keep in good condition
vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy
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Recent Examples of preserve
The bank requested that a receiver be appointed to oversee the building and preserve its value.
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Thomas Gounley, Denver Post, 18 Feb. 2026
His mission centers on preserving family relationships while helping clients build, protect, and transfer wealth through property ownership.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
The film required an Air Force training school and an air base that still preserved a genuine 1970s aesthetic.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
The decision to shut down a midseason return is the right choice for several reasons, but most notably to preserve his long-term health.
—Mike Curtis, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
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Thomas Gounley, Denver Post, 18 Feb. 2026
His mission centers on preserving family relationships while helping clients build, protect, and transfer wealth through property ownership.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
The film required an Air Force training school and an air base that still preserved a genuine 1970s aesthetic.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
The decision to shut down a midseason return is the right choice for several reasons, but most notably to preserve his long-term health.
—Mike Curtis, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preserve
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Langston said the restrained approach reflects a runoff strategy, conserving money until the two-man runoff.—
Joseph Morton,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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In efforts to conserve energy during the summer, Congress passed this bill so people can take advantage of the most daylight possible.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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The center also runs its own preschools, some of them state-subsidized, and maintains a waitlist for low-income families waiting for subsidized care.—
CalMatters,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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Another challenge has been maintaining student engagement.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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But his late-season move to the bullpen might have saved the whole year for him.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
15 Feb. 2026
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Our signature take on this classic dip ditches frozen spinach for fresh, which has both a better flavor and color, but also saves time.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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Legal experts say the court records and videos show that the administration is often abusing the law to target activities protected by the First Amendment, rather than using it to defend federal officers.—
Isabelle Chapman,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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In areas within the USDA hardiness zones, a 2 to 4 inch layer of organic mulch will help protect roots and maintain the moisture level in the soil.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Preserve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preserve. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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