as in prized
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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
Verb
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
Adjective
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Great shows are all over From a revered NorCal hard rock band to a beloved annual harmonica blowout, there is a lot to see and do in the Bay Area this weekend.—
Randy McMullen,
The Mercury News,
27 Feb. 2025
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On Sunday, as Hezbollah members and supporters gathered at the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium in Beirut to bury their revered leader, Hassan Nasrallah—killed in an Israeli Air Force bombing in September—a roar rippled through the crowd.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Context appears to matter a lot with such items, which are often appreciated when exchanged between acquaintances.—
Ellen Wexler,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Jan. 2025
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His engagements with historical authors are also best appreciated in literary terms.—
Jonathon Keats,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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After studying with the esteemed acting coach Lee Strasburg, however, and experiencing a political awakening during the Vietnam War, Fonda began pursuing different kinds of projects.—
Keaton Bell,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2025
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Developed by esteemed French perfumer Dominique Ropion, Dans Ton Lit smells like an orchard filled with orange blossoms in bloom.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
20 Feb. 2025
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At its core, the book is a celebration of togetherness, a reminder that the heart of any party lies in making guests feel cherished.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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These textiles were cherished as precious heirlooms and passed down through families over generations in Indonesia.—
Roger Catlin,
Smithsonian Magazine,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Treasured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treasured. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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