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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
After attending Rider College in New Jersey, the style-minded Jankowski, whose attire was always pristine, as were his manicures, set out for a career in fashion and accessories.
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Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
This backcountry-style experience is a hike-to salmagundi of steep, open faces and chutes that holds pristine powder for days after a storm.
—Charles Curkin, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
The Wild West saloon — fully equipped with fans, refrigerators, booze and a television — overlooks a pristine saltwater pool in the center of the quarter-acre yard.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 25 Oct. 2025
That particular cartoon, alongside numerous others, also looks pristine in HD.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
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Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
This backcountry-style experience is a hike-to salmagundi of steep, open faces and chutes that holds pristine powder for days after a storm.
—Charles Curkin, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
The Wild West saloon — fully equipped with fans, refrigerators, booze and a television — overlooks a pristine saltwater pool in the center of the quarter-acre yard.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 25 Oct. 2025
That particular cartoon, alongside numerous others, also looks pristine in HD.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
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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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Loloi Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines Area Rug Looking for a low-lift way to make a space feel fresh for fall?—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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The hoisin sauce adds glossy sweetness and umami depth, while fresh ginger brightens things up.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Oct. 2025
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Other high-end finds include platform Ugg boots that can literally elevate your winter wardrobe, plus a Bissell vacuum that sucks up debris and washes floors clean.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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The classic four-poster design pairs with mattresses of all heights and bedding of any style, offering a clean look that never dates.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Oct. 2025
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Official portraits projected her as a modern iteration of 19th-century royal mothers—soft, demure, virginal.—
Air Mail,
Air Mail,
10 May 2025
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In fact, a single Old Testament line might be the source for the virginal aspect of the cult of Mary.—
Lamorna Ash,
The Dial,
6 May 2025
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Running back Omogbolahan Daudu broke free for 44 yards up the middle untouched, cutting the lead to 14-13 heading into the second quarter.—
Jordan Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Oct. 2025
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Herman, who left the game for two plays with cramps, scored on a 43-yard run, sweeping to the right end and scoring untouched, The final LCC score came on a 40-yard interception return by Ethan Polloreno.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Oct. 2025
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From waste to roofs RMIT project lead Dr Chamila Gunasekara said the results highlight how waste materials can replace virgin resources while improving performance.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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Among the award recipients were Unilever, for its sustainability efforts, which is working toward net zero emissions, regenerative agriculture, 97 percent deforestation, free sourcing and major cuts in virgin plastic by 2026.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Pristine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pristine. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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