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preservation

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


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A more conservative allocation, such as 40% stocks and 60% bonds, generally prioritizes capital preservation over growth.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Part of the money she makes has to go to wildlife preservation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

They are also bothered by a 9.75% historical preservation fee instituted at the resort and club.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Austin has long attempted to thread the needle on development with neighborhood and environmental preservation.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

A bunch of thirteen-to seventeen-year-olds talking about content and brand preservation.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner




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