preservation

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Today it is in the Library of Congress, with its bottom third torn off, demonstrating that the first copies of the Declaration were made for immediate use rather than historic preservation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

At that time, preservation advocates were renewing efforts to raise funds for what was then estimated to be a $11.8-million restoration.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

On Thursday, he issued a highly unusual document preservation order in light of the department’s confession.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

This can be a highly effective asset preservation strategy, according to The Karp Law Firm, which has offices in Florida.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

The other fork of the road — the one “less traveled by” — offers our last, our only chance to reach a destination that assures the preservation of our earth.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson