precious
Example Sentences
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School holidays are precious, protected time for the Prince and Princess of Wales.
From BBC
Two different styles but the same precious five points.
From BBC
But I feel very strongly that central bank independence is something that should not be damaged and that is precious for the whole of the society, to which the central bank has responsibility.
It has increased sea patrols by frigates, tightened rules for foreigners and talked of launching exploration of the surrounding sea bed, which holds deposits of precious rare earths in demand by modern industry.
"It was very precious… she got to experience the film with teenage Koreans who were truly inspired," says Khaki.
From BBC
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