precious
Example Sentences
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A broad rise in global bond yields is likely weighing on the precious metal, says Eleonex’s Stefan Arsenovic in an email.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
"It is an extremely precious thing, almost like gold, because what can you do without water?" he said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026
"The Act will give us, as regulator, more power to protect our precious water quality and resources, hold water companies and others to account and ensure the polluter pays," it said.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
Now, researchers at Tulane University have uncovered an important reason why the precious metal remains so resistant to tarnishing.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 12, 2026
It’s precious at first, but after a few hundred burps, my ears start to hurt.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
Vocabulary lists containing precious
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