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as in mint
being in an original and unused or unspoiled state
a pristine forest that has never been subjected to logging or development
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as in immaculate
free from dirt or stain
one doesn't dare spill anything on his car's pristine upholstery
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Recent Examples of pristine
Thanks to the island's forward-thinking sustainability practices and its safe distance outside of the main hurricane belt, Bonaire boasts some of the world's most pristine reefs, teeming with life and color.
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2026
Komodo National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its rugged landscapes, pristine beaches and an endangered lizard, the Komodo dragon.
—CBS News, 4 Jan. 2026
Nowadays, the quality is noticeably pristine, further pointing toward a growth in resources that comes after years on air.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Jan. 2026
Indiana controlled the famous Rose Bowl turf, which stayed pristine despite nearly 24 hours of steady rain before kickoff.
—Greg Beacham, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2026
Komodo National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its rugged landscapes, pristine beaches and an endangered lizard, the Komodo dragon.
—CBS News, 4 Jan. 2026
Nowadays, the quality is noticeably pristine, further pointing toward a growth in resources that comes after years on air.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Jan. 2026
Indiana controlled the famous Rose Bowl turf, which stayed pristine despite nearly 24 hours of steady rain before kickoff.
—Greg Beacham, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pristine
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Many reviewers credited the beach’s immaculate facilities and amenities— including bathrooms, charcoal grills, tables, and picnic pavilions—for making their visits true trips to paradise.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Oct. 2025
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But with Mayfield playing immaculate hero ball, those issues are less important than the fact that Tampa’s young (and now injured) secondary is exactly the type of game the Lions prefer to hunt.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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The New York-style market, which has locations in Stallings and Lancaster, SC, will have fresh pasta and mozzarella, gelato, espresso stations and more.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Quarterback is a question-mark, with Kyler Murray more likely to get a fresh start than return to Arizona.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The clean double-breasted buttons instantly add elegance to your airport outfit, especially when paired with a matching Amazon Essentials Turtleneck and sleek black Libin Wide-leg Dress Pants to keep you warm and comfortable from takeoff to arrival.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Baby and Kids' Toys Babies put everything in their mouths, and the dishwasher is a perfect way to keep teething rings and pacifiers clean.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
9 Jan. 2026
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Someone with the virginal purity of a political outsider and the intrinsic capability of an insider who’s spent decades cutting deals and keeping the government wheels spinning.—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Someone with the virginal purity of a political outsider and the intrinsic capability of an insider who’s spent decades cutting deals and keeping the government wheels spinning.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Jan. 2026
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In those cases, most of what borrowers send to their credit card companies gets swallowed up by interest charges, leaving the actual debt largely untouched.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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East Caicos, one of the largest uninhabited islands in the Caribbean, felt untouched.—
Henry Wismayer,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add extra virgin olive oil.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Dec. 2025
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Another option is pan-popping in a small amount of extra virgin olive, avocado, or canola oil.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
22 Dec. 2025
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“Pristine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pristine. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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