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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
Jill Lawless, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Some muskie anglers are speaking out strongly against FFS because those treasured and relatively rare fish are being caught at rates unheard of until the advent of this new technology.
—Mike McFeely, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
In 2023, the Milk Carton Kids had another pinnacle moment when creating their own event, the Los Angeles Folk Festival, wanting to bring together the voices behind the treasured musical storyteller tradition in a city often preoccupied with Sunset Strip rock deities and annual jaunts to Coachella.
—Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 24 Apr. 2026
Opening tonight on Broadway, Beaches, A New Musical, as the full title has it, is a mostly forgettable endeavor, and that, sadly, includes a score that will not likely takes its place in the treasured legacy of its composer, the great rock & roll songwriter Mike Stoller.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
Instead, after more than 14 months in the hands of thieves, the golden helmet of Coțofenești — one of Romania’s most treasured artifacts — has been recovered.
—Ryan Brennan
april 10, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
What is your most treasured possession?
—Jeff Goldblum, Vanity Fair, 8 Apr. 2026
Communities are increasingly protesting construction nationwide, with some firms facing lawsuits from longtime landowners who fear that data centers will forever change their most treasured corners of America.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2026
Lloyd Webber's score — with lyrics by Eliot, Trevor Nunn and Richard Stilgoe — quickly became one of musical theatre's most treasured compositions.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
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
It'll always be studied, stared at, written about and treasured.
—Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Bernthal may have started as Moss-Bachrach's unknown understudy, but now, the playing fields are level — and it's certainly not lost on either star that reaching such a milestone in one's career with one of their closest friends is something to be treasured.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Prop designer Jennifer Wake adds visual authenticity with vintage items that feel truly treasured across generations.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Iowans despised slavery, treasured 'radical experiment' Thirteen Iowans died and 141 were wounded in the rout of the Union forces at Wilson's Creek.
—Bill Steiden, Des Moines Register, 24 Mar. 2026
Your commitment to artistry, truth and humanity is to be treasured and protected at all costs.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The king’s treasured causes, including the environment and harmony among religious faiths, are in contrast to Trump’s.
—Jill Lawless, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Some muskie anglers are speaking out strongly against FFS because those treasured and relatively rare fish are being caught at rates unheard of until the advent of this new technology.
—Mike McFeely, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
In 2023, the Milk Carton Kids had another pinnacle moment when creating their own event, the Los Angeles Folk Festival, wanting to bring together the voices behind the treasured musical storyteller tradition in a city often preoccupied with Sunset Strip rock deities and annual jaunts to Coachella.
—Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 24 Apr. 2026
Opening tonight on Broadway, Beaches, A New Musical, as the full title has it, is a mostly forgettable endeavor, and that, sadly, includes a score that will not likely takes its place in the treasured legacy of its composer, the great rock & roll songwriter Mike Stoller.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
Instead, after more than 14 months in the hands of thieves, the golden helmet of Coțofenești — one of Romania’s most treasured artifacts — has been recovered.
—Ryan Brennan
april 10, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
What is your most treasured possession?
—Jeff Goldblum, Vanity Fair, 8 Apr. 2026
Communities are increasingly protesting construction nationwide, with some firms facing lawsuits from longtime landowners who fear that data centers will forever change their most treasured corners of America.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2026
Lloyd Webber's score — with lyrics by Eliot, Trevor Nunn and Richard Stilgoe — quickly became one of musical theatre's most treasured compositions.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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
It'll always be studied, stared at, written about and treasured.
—Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Bernthal may have started as Moss-Bachrach's unknown understudy, but now, the playing fields are level — and it's certainly not lost on either star that reaching such a milestone in one's career with one of their closest friends is something to be treasured.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Prop designer Jennifer Wake adds visual authenticity with vintage items that feel truly treasured across generations.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Iowans despised slavery, treasured 'radical experiment' Thirteen Iowans died and 141 were wounded in the rout of the Union forces at Wilson's Creek.
—Bill Steiden, Des Moines Register, 24 Mar. 2026
Your commitment to artistry, truth and humanity is to be treasured and protected at all costs.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treasured
Adjective
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At a time when such qualities are more prized (and socially acceptable) than ever, the loafer remains an essential footwear category a century after its creation.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2026
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In 2024, Deadline exclusively reported Crazy Rich Asians scribe Adele Lim would return to work with Disney as director of the third installment of its prized Princess Diaries franchise.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
20 Apr. 2026
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The average team is now worth four to five billion dollars, with the Warriors valued at around twice that.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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This means that the state’s standard for proving that a home should be valued at a certain amount was not met, the report found.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2026
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All of it is encrypted, and some of it could be stored by actors anticipating that current encryption methods may become less effective over time.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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When the effluent isn’t treated or is improperly stored, the chemicals can seep into groundwater and waterways, contaminating aquifers and rivers.—
Abraham Nunbogu,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 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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John Franklin-Myers, who loved talking, sacking and eating Uncrustables, left as a free agent to the Titans.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Some loved the idea of adding a player of his caliber.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Some hoards represent political instability—a stash stashed away and never recovered.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
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China stashed more than three times as much crude oil as the US in 2025, new data shows.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The gorgeous coupe will only be sold in Japan and features a head-turning design inspired by two of the country’s most revered traditional crafts—glass cutting and indigo dyeing.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival has tapped revered actor Tony Leung Chiu-wai to head the jury for its main competition Golden Goblet Awards.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Reds manager Terry Francona has appreciated his hitters’ early-game discipline.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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There also remain fears that AI disruption in the labor market are yet to be fully appreciated.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Treasured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treasured. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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