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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
David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
The show is also one of three ambitious projects released this year reimagining beloved Latin American classics treasured by book lovers for their use of magical realism.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
Nearly 25 years after the show first premiered, this show is still watched and re-watched regularly and these characters are deeply treasured by fans all around the world.
—Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
Luxury perfume oils have been treasured for hundreds of years.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Environmentalists have countered that federal officials are in the best position to protect land that is treasured by all Americans, not just those in a particular state or community.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024
Karrenberg reportedly treasured the car for over 17 years, meticulously maintaining it while putting only 16,200 kilometers (just over 10,000 miles) on the odometer.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2024
The accusation, vague if pointed, rocks her school — and the friendships Alma had long treasured.
—Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2024
His memory will forever be treasured by his wife, children, grandchildren, as well as his brother, sisters, his extended family and all who loved him.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2024
Adjective
Greg's memory will forever be treasured by his family, dearest friends, colleagues and all who loved him.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
The show is also one of three ambitious projects released this year reimagining beloved Latin American classics treasured by book lovers for their use of magical realism.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
Nearly 25 years after the show first premiered, this show is still watched and re-watched regularly and these characters are deeply treasured by fans all around the world.
—Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
Luxury perfume oils have been treasured for hundreds of years.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Environmentalists have countered that federal officials are in the best position to protect land that is treasured by all Americans, not just those in a particular state or community.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024
Karrenberg reportedly treasured the car for over 17 years, meticulously maintaining it while putting only 16,200 kilometers (just over 10,000 miles) on the odometer.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2024
The accusation, vague if pointed, rocks her school — and the friendships Alma had long treasured.
—Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2024
His memory will forever be treasured by his wife, children, grandchildren, as well as his brother, sisters, his extended family and all who loved him.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treasured
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An adult/older teen home without any other pets would be appreciated.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
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Markets like Europe and Asia’s in particular have really appreciated the sports tourer.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The revered Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård will sit down with yours truly to record a special episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast in front of an audience at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival on Friday, July 11.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
7 July 2025
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Still, each woman is well-drawn beyond that: Annie is the revered local Hoodoo practitioner serving the community while mourning the death of her infant, and Mary is a woman navigating the complexities of being a multiracial woman who can pass as white but is in love with a Black man.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
7 July 2025
Verb
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Yet, for Howe, the image below will be cherished forever.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
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Despite the unprecedented challenges, Columbia University will remain a place where the pursuit of knowledge is cherished and fiercely protected, where the rule of law and due process is respected and never taken for granted, and where all members of our community are valued and able to thrive.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Thank you to the esteemed Academy for today’s nomination.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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Despite serious damage to the home, a portrait of the esteemed writer remained affixed to the wall.—
Jillian Frankel,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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“Treasured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treasured. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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