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as in valued
to hold dear
I'll always treasure the time my friend and I spent together this past summer
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as in stored
to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place
a trove of fine wines that he had lovingly treasured over the years
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Recent Examples of treasured
Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
All the usual fun Indy stuff is here – Nazis, treasured artifacts – though the bantering chemistry between Ford's hard-luck hero and Sean Connery as his grumpy dad is off-the-hook spectacular.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 13 June 2026
The festival will include oral histories, storytelling sessions, and panel discussions where surfers of all ages can connect and share treasured memories.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026
Inside, the Room of Quiet Contemplation houses two of the nation's most treasured artworks.
—Anthony Kuhn, NPR, 11 June 2026
Today in Central Florida, there is probably more than one nursing-home resident wondering what happened to the aide with the musical voice who would stop by and brush her hair for five minutes of treasured human contact.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 June 2026
This means a daily morning and midday Mass, on top of Sunday services, 13 confession times a week, and a treasured personal life on the third floor of the rectory, which has been his home for two decades.
—Hannah Brueske, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
The North Carolina mountains are home to a plethora of treasured towns including Asheville, Brevard, and Cashiers that are always humming with activity to celebrate the region.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
Like many homeowners, Boyle and Cassidy see their house as their most treasured asset.
—Jessica Blough, CNN Money, 22 May 2026
Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Books represent truth, facts, analysis, all values that should be treasured and embraced but are now under assault in some quarters.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2026
It’s treasured for its buttery texture and rich flavor, which come from the fish’s high natural oil and omega-3 content.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
Designer Jean Patou first thought to create this ethereal scent during the Great Depression, as a potential revitalization of his business by offering something that could make someone feel rare and treasured with just a spritz.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
John treasured his role as the voice of the New York Yankees, and his enthusiasm for the art of broadcasting perfectly complemented our city and our fans.
—Ronald Blum, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
One day toward the end of spring training, Bazzana treasured the opportunity to take batting practice in the same group as Guardians third baseman José Ramírez.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The trail’s paths are treasured by locals and tourists alike, with more than half a million users exploring them in 2024.
—Kate Van Dyke, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2026
As a first-generation Haitian-American, Metayer’s Haitian roots were treasured in her life in and outside of politics.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Afterward, Holmes was given the game ball, which will join two state medals and two championship rings as treasured mementos of a special time in his life.
—Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
All the usual fun Indy stuff is here – Nazis, treasured artifacts – though the bantering chemistry between Ford's hard-luck hero and Sean Connery as his grumpy dad is off-the-hook spectacular.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 13 June 2026
The festival will include oral histories, storytelling sessions, and panel discussions where surfers of all ages can connect and share treasured memories.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026
Inside, the Room of Quiet Contemplation houses two of the nation's most treasured artworks.
—Anthony Kuhn, NPR, 11 June 2026
Today in Central Florida, there is probably more than one nursing-home resident wondering what happened to the aide with the musical voice who would stop by and brush her hair for five minutes of treasured human contact.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 June 2026
This means a daily morning and midday Mass, on top of Sunday services, 13 confession times a week, and a treasured personal life on the third floor of the rectory, which has been his home for two decades.
—Hannah Brueske, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
The North Carolina mountains are home to a plethora of treasured towns including Asheville, Brevard, and Cashiers that are always humming with activity to celebrate the region.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
Like many homeowners, Boyle and Cassidy see their house as their most treasured asset.
—Jessica Blough, CNN Money, 22 May 2026
Verb
The storied tree is treasured not only for its age, stature and beauty, but for connections to the legend of Robin Hood, said to have hidden along with his band of outlaws inside the trunk to escape the Sheriff of Nottingham.
—Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Books represent truth, facts, analysis, all values that should be treasured and embraced but are now under assault in some quarters.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2026
It’s treasured for its buttery texture and rich flavor, which come from the fish’s high natural oil and omega-3 content.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
Designer Jean Patou first thought to create this ethereal scent during the Great Depression, as a potential revitalization of his business by offering something that could make someone feel rare and treasured with just a spritz.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
John treasured his role as the voice of the New York Yankees, and his enthusiasm for the art of broadcasting perfectly complemented our city and our fans.
—Ronald Blum, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
One day toward the end of spring training, Bazzana treasured the opportunity to take batting practice in the same group as Guardians third baseman José Ramírez.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The trail’s paths are treasured by locals and tourists alike, with more than half a million users exploring them in 2024.
—Kate Van Dyke, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2026
As a first-generation Haitian-American, Metayer’s Haitian roots were treasured in her life in and outside of politics.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treasured
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The 50,000-acre property in southern Indiana is the state’s second-largest parcel of public land and offers limited but prized deer and turkey hunting and varied habitats that are regularly used by rare and even endangered species of birds, amphibians, and invertebrates.—
Andrew McKean,
Outdoor Life,
18 June 2026
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On Tuesday, the New York Supreme Court ordered billionaire art dealer David Nahmad to return a prized Amedeo Modigliani within 30 days to the grandson of the late Jewish dealer Oscar Stettiner, reports The Art Newspaper.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
18 June 2026
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Those qualities have not brought success in brief spells as head coach of Derby, Swansea, Reading or Belgian club Cercle Brugge, but Clement’s work alongside him has been highly valued at Chelsea, PSG, Madrid and Bayern Munich.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
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The contract, valued at nearly €700 million, represents not only the largest order ever secured by Vard, a subsidiary of Italy's Fincantieri Group, but also the largest vessel contract of its kind awarded to any Norwegian shipyard.—
Dea Jusufi,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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In 2023, the company agreed to pay a fine to the Environmental Protection Agency over how its facility in Altoona, Iowa, managed chemical risk posed by the more than 10,000 pounds of anhydrous ammonia stored on site.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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Unlike its counterpart, nuclear fission, fusion energy does not produce large amounts of radioactive waste that need to be stored safely.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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A week has passed since the horrific death of Nancy Metayer Bowen, an admired leader in Broward County, the vice mayor of Coral Springs, and a rising young star in the Democratic Party.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2026
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Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Our entire organization sends its deepest condolences to the Smith family and all who knew and loved Aldon.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Libertyville coach Matt Thompson loved Buenik’s command, which was often missing this season.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Cosmetics That tube of lipstick stashed in your glove compartment won’t stand a chance against summer’s heat.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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The Padres acquired Will Wagner from the Blue Jays at last year’s deadline, stashed him for three weeks at Triple-A El Paso and then used him rather sparingly in the majors.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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This is the most revered space in the temple, meant to symbolize heaven, so you’ll be asked to be silent while touring this area.—
Jayne Yutig,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 June 2026
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The golf course at Jackson Park is also a revered attraction, dating back to 1899.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Although the role and impact of basic scientific research have not always been appreciated by the public, both political parties have traditionally been very supportive of research in universities and research institutes.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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To him, Rock City’s beauty and magic can only truly be appreciated in person.—
Judith Garrison,
AJC.com,
16 June 2026
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“Treasured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treasured. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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