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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
Hannah Brueske, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
It’s swathed in treasured family recipes passed down through generations, amusing stories and anecdotes exchanged at holiday dinners and events, and daily conversations at random places with random people.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 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
After a Simi Valley family’s home was destroyed in the Sandy fire, Los Angeles firefighters sifted through ash and rubble to recover a treasured wedding ring and other keepsakes.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
Like many homeowners, Boyle and Cassidy see their house as their most treasured asset.
—Jessica Blough, CNN Money, 22 May 2026
The album’s name, Arirang, pays tribute to a treasured Korean folk ballad of the same name, which was famously the country’s first song, sung by Korean men, ever recorded (it was preserved for posterity by American ethnologist Alice Fletcher in 1896).
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2026
The list showcases some of the most treasured views in the Great Lakes region, each with historical and cultural significance.
—Victoria E. Freile, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Storied Stays and Epicurean Delights An enduring symbol of Juan-les-Pins, the Hôtel Belles Rives is a treasured institution.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
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
Sterling’s call for a player’s home run became as treasured a part of a Yankees identity as an initial set of pinstripes or a championship ring.
—Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 4 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
Beyond flowers, several annuals like coleus are treasured for their showstopping foliage.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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
It’s swathed in treasured family recipes passed down through generations, amusing stories and anecdotes exchanged at holiday dinners and events, and daily conversations at random places with random people.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 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
After a Simi Valley family’s home was destroyed in the Sandy fire, Los Angeles firefighters sifted through ash and rubble to recover a treasured wedding ring and other keepsakes.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
Like many homeowners, Boyle and Cassidy see their house as their most treasured asset.
—Jessica Blough, CNN Money, 22 May 2026
The album’s name, Arirang, pays tribute to a treasured Korean folk ballad of the same name, which was famously the country’s first song, sung by Korean men, ever recorded (it was preserved for posterity by American ethnologist Alice Fletcher in 1896).
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2026
The list showcases some of the most treasured views in the Great Lakes region, each with historical and cultural significance.
—Victoria E. Freile, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Storied Stays and Epicurean Delights An enduring symbol of Juan-les-Pins, the Hôtel Belles Rives is a treasured institution.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
Verb
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
Sterling’s call for a player’s home run became as treasured a part of a Yankees identity as an initial set of pinstripes or a championship ring.
—Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 4 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
Beyond flowers, several annuals like coleus are treasured for their showstopping foliage.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treasured
Adjective
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Inside, find prized artifacts like an official portrait of Napoleon and a handwritten thank-you note from Queen Elizabeth II.—
Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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One of Americans’ most prized values is being true to themselves.—
Julie Beck,
The Atlantic,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Getting commercial property values back down to a 15% increase ceiling entailed manually reviewing the assessed values of hundreds of properties countywide, targeting anything valued under $5 million in 2023.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
31 May 2026
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With the company valued at roughly $4 billion and average daily trading volume of around 700k shares, many larger institutional investors may face practical limitations around position sizing and liquidity thresholds.—
Sasirekha Subramanian,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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An inspector found rodent droppings in a location where dairy was stored along with pieces of food, which led to the immediate closure of the grocery section.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Because of this, any important information stored online needs strong cybersecurity to stay safe.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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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
Verb
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Anyone who knew Berry loved him.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Click through to see if your favorite skin, hair, makeup, and body products were voted most-loved in the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Luxury takes center stage in the marble bathrooms, which are stashed with Penhaligon’s goodies and have Japanese loos with heated seats.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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Axios reported Cuba has acquired roughly 300 military drones and stashed them throughout the country.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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On the bench is the revered Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 June 2026
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The Kumus of Kaua’i A kumu is a revered guide or teacher.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Any advice would be greatly appreciated.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
2 June 2026
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There’s shift happening in vacationing where slower routines are appreciated and schedules are not packed with events.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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“Treasured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treasured. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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