- present participle of preserve.
preserving
Example Sentences
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Buddhist monks are highly respected in Thailand as they are entrusted with preserving and passing on the Buddha's teachings.
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026
The role of compromise is critical in a democracy, but with an important caveat: Compromise untethered from principled leadership corrodes democratic legitimacy rather than preserving it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026
In 2015, musician Roberto Carlos launched Boleros de Noche, an annual concert series held in Los Angeles that aimed at preserving and showcasing the Latin American bolero music genre.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
This can provide housing stability while preserving SSI eligibility, although trust payments for housing may still reduce SSI benefits under Social Security Administration rules.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026
He keeps his winnings in screw-top Crown preserving jars, donated by my mother, which he fines up on his desk.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
