as in to conserve
to keep in good condition
vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy
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Recent Examples of preserve
Best practices for storage and use: Store avocado oil in a cool, dry, dark place to preserve its nutrient content.
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Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025
The big new feature is a heat pump, which helps preserve range in cold weather.
—Emily Forlini, PCMAG, 30 Jan. 2025
According to Clark, a slower thaw preserves the texture of the cheese.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
Systemic reforms are needed to preserve its role as a tool for human freedom.
—Susie Violet Ward, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
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Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025
The big new feature is a heat pump, which helps preserve range in cold weather.
—Emily Forlini, PCMAG, 30 Jan. 2025
According to Clark, a slower thaw preserves the texture of the cheese.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
Systemic reforms are needed to preserve its role as a tool for human freedom.
—Susie Violet Ward, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
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Eating seasonally and locally, reducing food waste, conserving water and recycling properly are other ways to help mitigate, or deal with the effects of, the climate crisis.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
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Panda diplomacy is seen as a way for China to not only conserve wildlife but promote goodwill and strengthen diplomatic ties with other countries — bringing a whole new meaning to soft power.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
24 Jan. 2025
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An optimal 360 strategy enables businesses to maintain personal touch with their customers through consistent, valuable interactions that evolve with their needs.—
Runki Goswami,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Samsung believes other hardware upgrades are more than enough to maintain the same $1,299.99 price.—
Todd Haselton,
The Verge,
22 Jan. 2025
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In 2017, there was a collaborative effort between Mexico and the United States to save vaquitas and place them in a pen under human care.—
Uma Raja,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Jan. 2025
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Okoh finished with 28 points, including a 12-point barrage in the third quarter that saved Brentwood when 6-foot-8 freshman center Shalen Sheppard went to the bench with three fouls.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2025
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Fiber can also improve digestive health and protect against chronic disease.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Health,
30 Jan. 2025
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Probiotics can be a simple way to protect digestive health before and during travel to high-risk destinations.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
30 Jan. 2025
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“Preserve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preserve. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.
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