as in preserving
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
the conserving of such national treasures as the flag that flew over Fort McHenry during its famous bombardment
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as in protecting
to avoid the wasteful or destructive use of
the need to conserve oil and other finite fossil fuels
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as in maintaining
to keep in good condition
conserve our national parks so that they may be enjoyed by future generations
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Recent Examples of conserving
Dianne Plummer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
During the summer and early fall, when the Hudson Bay ice melts, polar bears often remain on land, fasting and conserving energy until the sea ice refreezes in winter.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
You’re Driven By Comfort, Not Progress Habits, both good and bad, are designed to make life easier by conserving mental energy.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Escobar said a better solution to killing off large swaths of environmentally and culturally indispensable lands would be conserving water.
—Shaun McKinnon, The Arizona Republic, 2 Dec. 2024
This setup is straightforward but makes a big difference in conserving water, reducing your water bill, and keeping your garden healthy.
—Claire Marks, Austin American-Statesman, 28 Nov. 2024
The ripples of the gravitational waves — just like anything else that falls into a black hole — must get imprinted onto the surface of the black hole, conserving information, while the energy and angular momentum get absorbed into the black hole, conserving those quantities as well.
—Big Think, 28 Nov. 2024
Prior research from Gracheva and colleagues found that hibernating squirrels keep their blood concentrations of ions like salt at consistent levels, about equal to those of active squirrels, by seriously conserving water and sequestering ions elsewhere in the body.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 28 Nov. 2024
But because drought conditions have been worsening in recent months, people are already conserving water, and there may not be much more that households can cut back on, Shallcross said.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2024
Verb
The holidays offer a unique opportunity to engage children in hands-on activities like crafting decorations from recycled materials, choosing sustainable gifts, and conserving energy with eco-friendly lighting, which make sustainability relatable and actionable.
—Dianne Plummer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
During the summer and early fall, when the Hudson Bay ice melts, polar bears often remain on land, fasting and conserving energy until the sea ice refreezes in winter.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
You’re Driven By Comfort, Not Progress Habits, both good and bad, are designed to make life easier by conserving mental energy.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Escobar said a better solution to killing off large swaths of environmentally and culturally indispensable lands would be conserving water.
—Shaun McKinnon, The Arizona Republic, 2 Dec. 2024
This setup is straightforward but makes a big difference in conserving water, reducing your water bill, and keeping your garden healthy.
—Claire Marks, Austin American-Statesman, 28 Nov. 2024
The ripples of the gravitational waves — just like anything else that falls into a black hole — must get imprinted onto the surface of the black hole, conserving information, while the energy and angular momentum get absorbed into the black hole, conserving those quantities as well.
—Big Think, 28 Nov. 2024
Prior research from Gracheva and colleagues found that hibernating squirrels keep their blood concentrations of ions like salt at consistent levels, about equal to those of active squirrels, by seriously conserving water and sequestering ions elsewhere in the body.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 28 Nov. 2024
But because drought conditions have been worsening in recent months, people are already conserving water, and there may not be much more that households can cut back on, Shallcross said.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conserving
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Last month, the country sent a clear message rejecting the radical policies of the past few years and choosing instead a path of common sense, constitutional order, and preserving our freedoms.Rich Lowry, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
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The essence of brand stewardship is preserving what makes a brand special even while growing as part of a long-term vision.Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The often-unsung heroes of the IT department have the task of deploying and maintaining the infrastructure that lets organizations thrive in the digital era.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Legendary develops, produces, markets, and finances major films for global audiences, while also maintaining leading television, comic book, video game, licensing, and merchandising divisions.Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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Transportation officials have been studying road usage fees (pay per mile) and other ideas, but King suggests redirecting a percentage of vehicle sales taxes into the transportation preservation and maintenance account.Carleen Johnson | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Dec. 2024
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Data from World Wildlife Fund Mexico, a branch of the independent global wildlife preservation organization that tracks monarch migration in that country, revealed monarchs occupied just 2.2 acres of their traditional overwintering grounds last year, a 59 percent decline from the previous season.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The death benefit provides liquidity to buy out the deceased partner’s share, protecting the business and surviving partners from financial strain.Andre Pennington, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Better to invest in a secure, predictable solution with transparent pricing—protecting you from the risk of costly incidents like hacks or service outages.Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Minimum initial deposit From $5,000 to $10,000, depending on the plan Fees The $40 annual maintenance fee for variable annuities can be waived for contracts valued at $100,000 or more.Liz Knueven, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
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However, maintenance appointments aren't required after those sessions.Carrie Madormo, RN, Health, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Conserving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conserving. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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