preserve

Example Sentences

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The location in a historical deer park is significant because the land has not been ploughed or built-on, meaning the villa's remains - less than a metre below the surface - look to be well preserved.

From BBC

California is still a magnet for the ambitious entrepreneur, and the drafters of the initiative have tried to preserve its allure.

From Los Angeles Times

The government said the operation was a response to attacks by armed groups in the areas and was "solely aimed at preserving security".

From BBC

There are plenty of ways to preserve family time without anyone having to shoulder the labor of hosting an entire meal — or the sticker shock of an enormous bill.

From MarketWatch

For instance, conventional agriculture has enabled no-till farming at scale, which helps preserve soil and reduce erosion.

From Salon