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as in conserved
to keep in good condition
vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy
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Recent Examples of preserved
Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 19 Jan. 2026
The procedures would involve mixing the genetic material of an extinct species, likely found in preserved DNA from fossils, with the genetic material of a close living relative of the extinct species.
—JSTOR Daily, 13 Nov. 2025
Regardless, this is an exceedingly genteel way to end a show that previously had shown us not one, not two, but three shots of removed and preserved vulvas.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 4 Oct. 2025
The expansion adds 14 new galleries, a children’s art and education studio, and new public spaces for events and programs, encompassing 17,000 square feet of interior space and four additional acres of preserved greenspace.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Some versions add preserved lemon, anchovies, capers or tomatoes.
—Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2025
Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Even if there were sites that did not get preserved, or were demolished, there were debates over whether that should happen.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
There are still many in this country who value truth, who believe that history should be preserved and not erased, who understand that constitutional rights should not be swept away to suit the whims of a megalomaniac, and who refuse to wallow in ignorance and hate.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
Lake initially preserved service in only four languages (Mandarin, Dari, Pashto, and Farsi) but later added a few more, including Korean and Kurdish.
—The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
This stakeholder program should be preserved to help PURA make better decisions.
—Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
Sergio Balaguera-Reina, an ecologist on the University of Florida’s ‘croc docs’ research team, said that since the water is being preserved for people, areas of the Everglades remain very dry.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
The entire collection is preserved by the Archivio Fotografico Italiano located in the Lombardy region, which safeguards, studies, and promotes Carnisio’s work globally.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The building’s mid-century facade will be preserved.
—Nick Wooten, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Allen Street is Tombstone's main street and is filled with unique vendors and preserved architecture.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 19 Jan. 2026
The procedures would involve mixing the genetic material of an extinct species, likely found in preserved DNA from fossils, with the genetic material of a close living relative of the extinct species.
—JSTOR Daily, 13 Nov. 2025
Regardless, this is an exceedingly genteel way to end a show that previously had shown us not one, not two, but three shots of removed and preserved vulvas.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 4 Oct. 2025
The expansion adds 14 new galleries, a children’s art and education studio, and new public spaces for events and programs, encompassing 17,000 square feet of interior space and four additional acres of preserved greenspace.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Some versions add preserved lemon, anchovies, capers or tomatoes.
—Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
Remnants of six coils of fragile leather thong were also preserved on the shaft.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Even if there were sites that did not get preserved, or were demolished, there were debates over whether that should happen.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
There are still many in this country who value truth, who believe that history should be preserved and not erased, who understand that constitutional rights should not be swept away to suit the whims of a megalomaniac, and who refuse to wallow in ignorance and hate.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
Lake initially preserved service in only four languages (Mandarin, Dari, Pashto, and Farsi) but later added a few more, including Korean and Kurdish.
—The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
This stakeholder program should be preserved to help PURA make better decisions.
—Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
Sergio Balaguera-Reina, an ecologist on the University of Florida’s ‘croc docs’ research team, said that since the water is being preserved for people, areas of the Everglades remain very dry.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
The entire collection is preserved by the Archivio Fotografico Italiano located in the Lombardy region, which safeguards, studies, and promotes Carnisio’s work globally.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The building’s mid-century facade will be preserved.
—Nick Wooten, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preserved
Adjective
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That number suggests the ancient permafrost is less like a graveyard and more like an untouched biological frontier — teeming with life forms that have been hidden from science for tens of thousands of years.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
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Add in the fact that interest here will compound over time, and even a 4% interest rate can result in significant growth if the principal is left untouched.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The eastern shoreline of Tuckertown Reservoir, totaling 2,420 acres and 31 miles of shoreline, was purchased and conserved in 2021.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Jan. 2026
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It is now being conserved under the supervision of county archaeologist Kristoffer Dahle, Dybvik noted.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
8 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Always use pure, uncontaminated wood ash and test your soil pH before adding.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 Feb. 2026
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On select nights, follow dinner or drinks with a visit to the adjacent observatory and enjoy uncontaminated views of the galaxy.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Despite the complexity of multiple partners, De la Rosa maintained his creative vision.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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While standard chemical leaching (without microbes) performed worse in microgravity than on Earth, the microbes maintained consistent extraction levels regardless of gravity.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Truckee, home to about 17,000 residents, is known for its pristine winter beauty and proximity to Lake Tahoe and Donner Lake.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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These look like red wax hearts sealed on a white envelope—crisp, pristine, yet somehow still romantic.—
Rebecca Norris,
InStyle,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But what saved the boys in the end was planning—and a whole lot of daring.—
Emilee Coblentz,
Outside,
11 Feb. 2026
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The minus-14 defensive runs saved, according to FanGraphs, that were the second worst among 31 catchers with at least 600 innings caught.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Though most accommodations on Mustique are extremely luxurious, the island itself feels wild and unspoiled.—
Flora Stubbs,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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There, set on 900 feet of unspoiled beachfront, sits the Four Seasons at the Surf Club, spanning a total of nine acres.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Mark Kelly’s military retiree status was important The Pentagon’s defense centered around the notion that its actions didn’t violate Kelly’s free speech rights because his speech wasn’t protected.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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The front office is motivated to hold onto a first-round pick in this year’s draft that is top-eight protected.—
Mark Anderson,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Preserved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preserved. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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