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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
Even on the pristine, white sand beaches of Hawaii, the Hawaii State Department of Health is warning of a high bacteria count at Kahaluu Beach Park on the Big Island.
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Preston Fore, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2025
Laugh is the kind of rap mastery that shuns maximalism for pristine, unadorned poetics.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 29 Aug. 2025
As any Southern resident knows, the South is full of incredible state parks full of gorgeous views, pristine beaches, rolling hills, waterfalls, and vistas galore.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
That was way too close of a call for the advocates dedicated to preserving Lake Tahoe’s pristine blue waters, according to Laura Patten, natural resource director at Keep Tahoe Blue.
—Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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Preston Fore, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2025
Laugh is the kind of rap mastery that shuns maximalism for pristine, unadorned poetics.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 29 Aug. 2025
As any Southern resident knows, the South is full of incredible state parks full of gorgeous views, pristine beaches, rolling hills, waterfalls, and vistas galore.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
That was way too close of a call for the advocates dedicated to preserving Lake Tahoe’s pristine blue waters, according to Laura Patten, natural resource director at Keep Tahoe Blue.
—Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pristine
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To put it simply, the vibes were immaculate.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
6 Sep. 2025
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Part first-person shooter, part action-adventure game, BioShock delivers on immaculate art direction, top-notch gameplay, and a morality system that, while simple, is still very enjoyable to engage with.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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When Tran brought up the idea of opening a restaurant and selling fresh tofu, Nguyen was immediately on board, despite having no prior experience in the food industry.—
Reia Li,
AZCentral.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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There’s a framboise, a raspberry treat hand-dipped in white chocolate and filled with fresh raspberries and non-berry versions like a long pastry shaped like a vanilla bean pod, and a matcha variety molded into the shape of a Chinese dumpling.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Making its debut at IFA this year, the Roborock Curv 2 Pro can raise itself even higher than its predecessor to clear plushy carpets or lower itself down for a better clean on low-pile rugs.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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With over a decade-long career in journalism, Neetika Walter has worked with The Economic Times, ANI, and Hindustan Times, covering politics, business, technology, and the clean energy sector.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Sep. 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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That feeling wouldn’t end, though, as the very first play of the second half was a 75-yard touchdown run by Horned Frogs star running back Kevorian Barnes, who went untouched down the right sideline to break the game open.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Trent Battle added his own big run, slipping through the left side untouched and going 28 yards for a TD.—
Aaron Beard,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
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This healing blend is powered by Ayurvedic ingredients like virgin amla oil and brahmi, two staples in traditional hair remedies known for fortifying strands and stimulating hair growth.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
1 Sep. 2025
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This process produces virgin coconut oil, which often has a rich, coconut scent.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Pristine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pristine. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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