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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 historic preservation commission voted to recommend creating the historic district, while the planning commission voted against recommending it.
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Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2025
Route 66 roadhouse awarded preservation grant The Barn has served customers driving on one of the country’s most famous roadways — Route 66 — for more than 70 years.
—Hannah Poukish
september 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The Louisville Historical League fought for the preservation of the building, eventually taking the matter to court.
—Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
The Forward concept hinges on the brand’s efforts around product preservation and reinvention as the company works to reduce its environmental impact, offering repair and remake services not only of its own signature sneakers, but also of products from any label.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
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Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2025
Route 66 roadhouse awarded preservation grant The Barn has served customers driving on one of the country’s most famous roadways — Route 66 — for more than 70 years.
—Hannah Poukish
september 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The Louisville Historical League fought for the preservation of the building, eventually taking the matter to court.
—Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
The Forward concept hinges on the brand’s efforts around product preservation and reinvention as the company works to reduce its environmental impact, offering repair and remake services not only of its own signature sneakers, but also of products from any label.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preservation
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There are solutions for age verification that are both accurate and privacy preserving.—
Annie Chestnut Tutor,
Boston Herald,
18 Aug. 2025
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This is important for conservation when considering breeding and relocation initiatives to increase the size and health of populations.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Sep. 2025
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Money raised from Arizona lottery games goes toward funding higher education, health and human services, environmental conservation and economic and business development in the state.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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If your home doesn't have hard water, then it's recommended to clean your shower head every 2 to 3 months for general maintenance and safe hygeine.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Denver Broncos have agreed to provide Denver Water with three parcels to place the parts of its campus that housed its operations and maintenance, distribution, trades, fleet, meter shop, warehouse and a health clinic.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
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Central Park, after sliding into dereliction through the 1970s, now tends to itself, thanks to a private conservancy, wealthy neighbors, and its superstar status.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
9 Sep. 2025
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This wildlife conservancy is my favorite spot in Laikipia, Kenya, and can be booked for as few as four guests.—
Ian Proctor,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Preservation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preservation. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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