as in preservation
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
the preserving of our rights and civil liberties
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as in maintaining
to keep in good condition
vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy
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as in conserving
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Recent Examples of preserving
Annie Chestnut Tutor, Boston Herald, 18 Aug. 2025
Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
This approach eliminates the reliance on chemicals, promotes organic and regenerative farming techniques, and aims to increase yields while preserving the health of the land.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Executive coaches today face the challenge of harnessing technology's efficiency while at the same time preserving the human connections that drive genuine leadership growth.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
This creates a new conversation thread that includes all the conversation history up to that specific point, while preserving the original conversation intact.
—Benj Edwards, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
Unlike conventional luminescent or scattering-based concentrators, which often suffer from visual distortion, low efficiency, and poor scalability, the new CUSC delivers broadband, polarization-selective diffraction and efficient waveguiding while preserving complete visual clarity.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Instead, the goal should be to empower systems to self-optimize while still preserving visibility, control and accountability.
—Ben Ofiri, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
While some argue the change erases the brand’s Americana identity and nostalgia, branding experts say the modest update is part of a broader modernization strategy and reflects the tension between preserving tradition and staying relevant.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 22 Aug. 2025
Some TikTok users suggested preserving the purse and receipts in a display case.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
Verb
There are solutions for age verification that are both accurate and privacy preserving.
—Annie Chestnut Tutor, Boston Herald, 18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The company is preserving mid-20th Century brutalist architecture with finishes and furniture from that period.
—Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
This approach eliminates the reliance on chemicals, promotes organic and regenerative farming techniques, and aims to increase yields while preserving the health of the land.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Executive coaches today face the challenge of harnessing technology's efficiency while at the same time preserving the human connections that drive genuine leadership growth.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
This creates a new conversation thread that includes all the conversation history up to that specific point, while preserving the original conversation intact.
—Benj Edwards, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
Unlike conventional luminescent or scattering-based concentrators, which often suffer from visual distortion, low efficiency, and poor scalability, the new CUSC delivers broadband, polarization-selective diffraction and efficient waveguiding while preserving complete visual clarity.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Instead, the goal should be to empower systems to self-optimize while still preserving visibility, control and accountability.
—Ben Ofiri, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
While some argue the change erases the brand’s Americana identity and nostalgia, branding experts say the modest update is part of a broader modernization strategy and reflects the tension between preserving tradition and staying relevant.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 22 Aug. 2025
Some TikTok users suggested preserving the purse and receipts in a display case.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preserving
Noun
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This fall’s exhibition at the University of Minnesota’s art museum asks us to consider the rug — a functional object, a decorative object, an artistic object, a form of storytelling and cultural preservation.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
7 Sep. 2025
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But the County Commission then voted to nullify the preservation board’s move, Stander recalled.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Across the three studies, positive associations emerged between happiness and real-world behaviors, such as recycling, conserving energy, signing up for newsletters on social issues, and taking steps to address environmental threats.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The team used advanced 400 Wh/kg lithium battery pouches, conserving weight and space while maintaining energy density.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Sep. 2025
Noun
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For example, roles in transportation were likely to require autonomous driving skills, while maintenance positions prioritized robotics capabilities.—
Dylan Butts
Shreya Ghosal,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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In May 2018, one of the funicular’s cars derailed due to a serious maintenance failure of its wheels, although the car did not overturn and no one was injured, according to Público, a Portuguese daily national newspaper.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Best known for its $48 Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, the brand has swiftly become a Gen Alpha favorite all while maintaining the loyalty of its longtime Gen Z and Millennial fan bases.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
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The nonprofit is a neutral, global collaboration platform for developing and maintaining its own standards, such as DPP.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Choosing a carry-on that’s large enough to accommodate your packing needs is crucial; without it, your attempts at saving space will likely fall flat.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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As the Sons occupy a government building, Chris springs into action, saving a hostage while killing militant after militant with fists, a copy machine, and — in the most memorably violent use of a writing utensil in a DC Comics adaptation since The Dark Knight — two pencils in the ears.—
Scott Meslow,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Preserving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preserving. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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