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as in treasured
to hold dear
a nation that values individualism and self-reliance
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as in estimated
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
values his stocks at $150,000 or thereabouts
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Recent Examples of valued
Pamela Kan, Forbes, 1 Aug. 2022
This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees.
—Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Dec. 2021
Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026
Investigation traced equipment to officer's home According to the criminal complaint, the journalist suffered an injury while working at the protest and dropped a camera bag containing cameras and other equipment valued at roughly $10,000.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 6 June 2026
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Adjective
Providing a customer signature experience means a valued and distinctive experience for your customers based on the foundational elements of expert guidance, confidence in the project schedule and appreciation of their business.
—Pamela Kan, Forbes, 1 Aug. 2022
This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees.
—Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Dec. 2021
Verb
Highlights include a pink-flowering chaparral mallow, rarely seen in gardens, a white sage valued by Native Americans and the buckwheat Sterman found in San Miguel Island, plus several new oaks.
—Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026
Investigation traced equipment to officer's home According to the criminal complaint, the journalist suffered an injury while working at the protest and dropped a camera bag containing cameras and other equipment valued at roughly $10,000.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for valued
Adjective
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One of the most impactful moments for Evers happened at an event for Gold Star families, who lost a loved one in the line of duty.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
11 Dec. 2025
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The nonprofit has purchased vehicles for patients who struggled to get to treatment and has provided assistance with funeral arrangements for families who have lost loved ones.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Dec. 2025
Verb
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It’s treasured for its buttery texture and rich flavor, which come from the fish’s high natural oil and omega-3 content.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
20 May 2026
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Designer Jean Patou first thought to create this ethereal scent during the Great Depression, as a potential revitalization of his business by offering something that could make someone feel rare and treasured with just a spritz.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
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At the time of my visit, there was one guest room building that had not yet opened, estimated to be completed in October.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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It’s estimated that there may have been as many as 10 million elk in North America at the time of European settlement.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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In 2025, Iowa became the first state to remove gender identity as a protected class from the state’s Civil Rights Act.—
Andrea Uptmor,
Time,
4 June 2026
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Clara Koh, Meta’s director of public policy for Southeast Asia, had cautioned in April that Malaysia's blanket under-16 ban could backfire by driving teenagers away from protected apps and into unregulated corners of the internet.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
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Although the role and impact of basic scientific research have not always been appreciated by the public, both political parties have traditionally been very supportive of research in universities and research institutes.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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To him, Rock City’s beauty and magic can only truly be appreciated in person.—
Judith Garrison,
AJC.com,
16 June 2026
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According to seismic officials, the offshore quake did not trigger a new tsunami alert, and there were no immediate reports of serious damage or injuries as monitoring agencies assessed the impact.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Dec. 2025
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Bane, 27, was assessed a technical foul for his role in the incident, the league said.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
PEOPLE,
9 Dec. 2025
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For many fans, season tickets were a cherished family tradition going back generations, and the Bears had deep meaning, more than just another football team.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
7 June 2026
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History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
31 May 2026
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Colorado Avalanche executive Joe Sakic followed a similar path, while others who enjoyed long on-ice careers and went on to win Cups as coaches like Quenneville and Randy Carlyle didn’t have nearly as strong of HHOF cases as players as Brind’Amour does.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Meanwhile, The Canteen is the town’s (dog-friendly) haven for lobster rolls, crispy Brussels sprouts, and a cold drink, best enjoyed in the beachside backyard.—
Cameron Sperance,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
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“Valued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valued. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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