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Seeing virtually no hope of acquittal, Brown’s attorneys were desperate to preserve the possibility of commutation.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

Their supergenes help preserve the specific adaptations needed for those conditions.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

But De Zerbi faces a battle to be accepted as the club fights to preserve its Premier League status.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Measures under consideration include ordering government workers to work from home one day per week, cutting back on official travel and encouraging bicycle, electronic car and public transport use to preserve valuable fuel.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

The act aims to preserve and restore the country’s water quality.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler