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preserve

[pri-zurv] / prɪˈzɜrv /


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Determined to preserve the state’s tradition of supporting independents, while also solving the spoiler problem such candidates could create, Mainers approved the reform through a statewide initiative.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

All of this creates the appearance of a U.S.-Israeli split, and Mr. Trump is keen to preserve talks with Iran, which he keeps insisting will bear fruit any day now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Many hair loss treatments are designed mainly to preserve existing hair or slow further thinning.

From Science Daily • Jun. 7, 2026

In Albania, Asher Abehsera insists that everything is above board, including measures to preserve the environment.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Targets that I loved, or at least wished to preserve, or in the case of Rasseem didn’t really care for, but still.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri




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