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precious

[presh-uhs] / ˈprɛʃ əs /




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At first, there was a shift in attention and capital toward precious metals, said Thahbib Rahman, research analyst at Block Scholes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Still, the bank reiterates its long-term positive view on the precious metal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

David Baerwald holds up his most precious possession so that it’s visible on our video conference: a very old violin in a very old, battered case.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

"You are an inspiration... more precious than gold."

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The diary is precious to him, but it is also dangerous.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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