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precious

[presh-uhs] / ˈprɛʃ əs /




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The multiple conversations with reporters undermine well-established norms that the president's "time is precious" and that he "must always use secure communications," said Robert Rowland, a professor of communication studies at the University of Kansas.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Now a drug by Revolution Medicines is giving him precious more time with family and provides new hope to patients with the deadly disease.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

On a larger scale, AI data centers are at the forefront of local protests and environmental concern, with the megaprojects polluting acres of once peaceful land, using up precious resources and driving up electricity prices.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

Treasury yields pulled back, while precious metals extended their rally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The bags are the same ones Ben handed Javier and me to place the few precious things we were taking with us.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera




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