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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
This one has stubby legs to make your ceilings appear even taller, along with plenty of space to keep your records pristine and hide the tangle of cords when company’s over.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026
La Romana's proximity to the pristine beaches of Saona Island and Catalina Island, two hidden islets that are easily accessible by boat, make this destination a must-see for travelers looking to explore beyond the typical tourist routes.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
With a blend of ancient and modern Greek culture and pristine, golden-sand beaches, this corner of the country flies blissfully under most travelers' radars.
—Aileen Weintraub, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
In the wreckage, Rasmus discovers thousands of pristine bottles of champagne from the oldest drinkable vintage in the world – a treasure worth millions.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 June 2026
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026
La Romana's proximity to the pristine beaches of Saona Island and Catalina Island, two hidden islets that are easily accessible by boat, make this destination a must-see for travelers looking to explore beyond the typical tourist routes.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
With a blend of ancient and modern Greek culture and pristine, golden-sand beaches, this corner of the country flies blissfully under most travelers' radars.
—Aileen Weintraub, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
In the wreckage, Rasmus discovers thousands of pristine bottles of champagne from the oldest drinkable vintage in the world – a treasure worth millions.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pristine
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Every small step toward ensuring our fellow neighbors have access to fresh, nutritious food helps to build a healthier, more vibrant community.—
Michael Farver,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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Ferrari opted for a three-stop race to give Hamilton fresher tires on a track that is known to be hard on rubber, especially with track temperatures at 50 Celsius (122 F).—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 June 2026
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In some ways, the histories of this school call back to those written in the 19th century, casting the country’s origin as providential—not quite an immaculate conception, but not far off—and emphasizing the morality and timelessness of America’s founding creed.—
Yoni Appelbaum,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
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In tandem with regular mowing, keeping an immaculate lawn edge is a landscape superpower that instantly makes your yard look tidy and well-maintained.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
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Brides were expected, in most cultures at various points in history, to be virginal, pure and dedicated to their husbands.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
23 May 2026
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Each statue the perfect epitome of silent, mothering, virginal womanhood that Ireland had come to worship.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 May 2026
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Tortuga sits on 1,300 feet of private beach with clean white sand and turquoise water.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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For groups like the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), there are strict rules of etiquette for displaying the stars and stripes, including flying it aloft and free — except in emergencies — and never lying down; keeping it clean and off the ground, and not drawing or marking on it.—
Darleene Powells,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
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Yet these efforts can sharpen the vocabulary of leadership while leaving the underlying habits of the leadership system untouched.—
Britton Bloch,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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The fire was first reported by someone at a nearby FedEx facility, though that building appeared to remain untouched by the flames by mid-Thursday afternoon.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
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Currently, Europe relies heavily on imports of virgin graphite, a critical mineral tightly controlled by global markets outside the bloc.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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Nearby, Grumpy Goats Farm in Capay landed its tenth win, this time for its Nocellara del Belice organic extra virgin olive oil.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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“Pristine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pristine. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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