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preserve

[pri-zurv] / prɪˈzɜrv /


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Voters had to battle to preserve a reform they demanded.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

According to the researchers, this may help preserve information about previously successful behaviors.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

The combined group would preserve the respective brands, historical headquarters and territorial roots of the two banks and adopt a governance structure based on balance and representativeness, BPM said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Having lost at the quarter-final stage of the Champions Cup to Toulon, Warriors were hoping to preserve their hopes of silverware against their South African visitors, who have finished as URC runners-up two years running.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Then I came up to the surface and slowed down in order to preserve my strength.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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