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preservation

[prez-er-vey-shuhn] / ˌprɛz ərˈveɪ ʃən /


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The long consignment to the wilderness thwarts “preservation, access, education, creative reuse, scholarship, etc., when most of the works are out of circulation and not benefiting any rights holders.”

From Los Angeles Times

He said Butyagin had ensured conservation and preservation of the site he was excavating.

From BBC

When they are found, it is often in desert environments such as the Sahara or Antarctica, where preservation conditions are favorable.

From Science Daily

Vindolanda is well known among archaeologists for its exceptional preservation of organic materials, thanks to the site's waterlogged soil.

From Science Daily

In contrast, the evidence presented indicates that SN101 supports the preservation of joint tissue while easing chronic pain, and it does so without the risk of addiction.

From Science Daily