as in conservations
the careful maintaining and protection of something valuable especially in its natural or original state
the preservation of the tropical rainforests is a global responsibility
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Recent Examples of preservations
Alckmin rejected the accusation that Mercosur countries have less concerns about environmental preservations, as some EU farmers have said.
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ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preservations
Noun
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Plus, a piece of your charter fee goes toward funding the missions and conservations programs.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
17 Dec. 2025
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The Luncheon will allow artists, attendees, and panelists an opportunity to talk in a more relaxed setting, allowing for additional conservations and networking opportunities.—
Kristen Wisneski,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
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Dotted with ranches and private conservancies, it is often overlooked by camera-toting visitors chasing the Great Migration.—
Susan Rigetti,
Air Mail,
28 Mar. 2026
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Choose camps that partner with local communities—often on private conservancies—and your stay might fund village schools, support anti-poaching efforts, or train conservation leaders.—
Karin Jones,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Preservations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preservations. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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