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as in preserving
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
each curator is responsible for the preservation of the works of art within his or her department
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as in conservation
the careful maintaining and protection of something valuable especially in its natural or original state
the preservation of the tropical rainforests is a global responsibility
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Recent Examples of preservation
The other side is dedicated to Vishnu, the god of preservation, and his followers.
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Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 19 Jan. 2025
Plus, thanks in large part to the Savannah College of Art and Design, preservation is a top priority.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
The former legislative seat of a newly independent Ukraine, this national icon was severely damaged by a missile blast in 2022, highlighting war's impact on heritage and the power of preservation to catalyze healing.
—Neda Ulaby, NPR, 15 Jan. 2025
This preservation of human elements in business communication may soon become an ethical choice and a competitive advantage.
—Nathan Pettijohn, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 19 Jan. 2025
Plus, thanks in large part to the Savannah College of Art and Design, preservation is a top priority.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
The former legislative seat of a newly independent Ukraine, this national icon was severely damaged by a missile blast in 2022, highlighting war's impact on heritage and the power of preservation to catalyze healing.
—Neda Ulaby, NPR, 15 Jan. 2025
This preservation of human elements in business communication may soon become an ethical choice and a competitive advantage.
—Nathan Pettijohn, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preservation
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Amid the blitz of conservation efforts and research focused on the beloved bears, other animals in the same habitats have seen rises in population.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
26 Jan. 2025
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The developments have drawn stark opposition from local residents and conservation groups, who conducted a media tour two weeks ago to dramatize the potential danger.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
Orlando Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2025
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According to WalletHub, Texas is ranked in the Top 10 best states to drive in the U.S. The study compared all 50 states on 31 different key metrics, focusing on: cost of vehicle ownership and maintenance, traffic and infrastructure, safety and access to vehicles and their maintenance.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Jan. 2025
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These decks require repair, renovations and ongoing maintenance, Dublinski said.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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Don’t miss: afternoon tea in the sun-dappled conservancy.—
Ariel Okin,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2025
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The city is being urged to back out of the current project and adopt the conservancy’s design concept.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Preservation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preservation. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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