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precious

[presh-uhs] / ˈprɛʃ əs /




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The dollar and Treasury yields continue to fluctuate at elevated levels, leaving precious metals without a clear directional catalyst.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Gold and other precious metals tend to do well in inflationary periods.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Firefighters discovered some precious items after coming to the aid of a family whose home was destroyed by a fast-moving wildfire in Simi Valley this week.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

She and Justin held their daughter for a few precious moments as her heartbeat stilled, marveling at her perfect tiny fingers and toes and whispering private words of love.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

I looked around the room, this precious space we’d shared with Togbe for eight years, receding into my memories till Mawuli came back in to get dressed.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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