preserving
Example Sentences
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So there’s a balance between getting the biggest bang for your buck and preserving what you have left, particularly if you want to leave something to heirs.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
In his speech Sunday, Powell called for preserving institutions despite the need for ongoing renewal.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
"I am involved with the heritage group here in Portrush, which is all about promoting the town and preserving its history, so I attend that once every month, which is really enjoyable," she said.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
But here, the court noted, preserving the former map would not “worsen” chaos or confusion; rather, it would “lessen it” by restoring “the well-established status quo.”
From Slate • May 26, 2026
The passive voice is just one of the gadgets that the English language makes available to rearrange phrases while preserving their semantic roles.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
