treasuring

verb

present participle of treasure
1
as in valuing
to hold dear I'll always treasure the time my friend and I spent together this past summer

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2
as in storing
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 Synonyms for treasuring
  1. valuing
  2. storing
  3. loving
  4. stashing
  5. appreciating
  6. enjoying
Verb
  • The era of free professional advice is evolving, marking a new approach to valuing expertise.
    — Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • However, the Clippers are valuing youth, depth and future draft assets after mortgaging so much of that for the Leonard-George pairing.
    — Zach Harper, New York Times, 30 June 2026
Definition of valuing
Verb
  • Rinse thoroughly under cool running water, then dry before storing or using the vegetables.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026
  • Furthermore, the National Onion Association advises against storing onions with potatoes (onions emit ethylene gas, which will cause potatoes to ripen) or other produce that releases moisture and storing them in plastic bags.
    — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
Definition of storing
Verb
  • On Saturday, while wearing a crisp, new black Portland Trail Blazers polo shirt, Morant talked of fresh starts, a rejuvenated and nature-loving version of himself and the desire to change narratives.
    — Jason Quick, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • The heat-loving parasite infects the bowels and spreads through feces.
    — Mike Stobbe, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
Definition of loving
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  • Plus, the slash pockets add a utilitarian touch for sightseeing and are perfect for stashing small travel items.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 1 July 2026
  • There’s a clear PVC pocket for stashing liquid items, and a separate toothbrush tab.
    — Alison Syrett Cleary, InStyle, 30 June 2026
Definition of stashing
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  • CEOs often feel that boards ask for more detail without appreciating the burden.
    — David Ribott, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • Of course, appreciating sharks does not mean ignoring basic beach safety.
    — Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of appreciating
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  • The Englishman is enjoying a banner year and has a strong track record at the Renaissance Club, having finished fourth a year ago and T6 in 2022.
    — Mike Dojc, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • Brazil may be enjoying samba music back home after its Sunday loss to Norway, but the World Cup must go on.
    — Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026
Definition of enjoying
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“Treasuring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treasuring. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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