preserve

Example Sentences

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But a police lawyer said the sole reason was to preserve public order.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

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

The agreement provided Intel access to equity-like capital while allowing it to preserve its balance sheet and focus on strategic priorities.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

“First off,” Maddox said, bending over and unlocking a large black crate, “we have some fairies from a preserve on Timor.”

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull