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preserve

Pronunciation: [prɪˈzɜrv]

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Learn how to use preserve in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “protection”

(verb) to keep something safe or in good condition. When you preserve something, you protect it so it doesn't get ruined. This can apply to food, nature, or important things that we want to last.

Example

The park was created to preserve the natural wildlife and their habitats.

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They did not preserve the old buildings, so they were torn down.

Example

How can we preserve the environment for future generations?

Context: “food”

(noun) a type of food made by cooking fruits or vegetables with sugar. This is done to make them last longer and have a sweet flavor, like jam or jelly.

Example

She made raspberry preserve to enjoy on her toast for breakfast.

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He prefers fresh fruit over any kind of preserve.

Example

Do you want to try making some fruit preserve this summer?

Context: “memory”

(verb) to keep memories or traditions alive so they are not forgotten. When you preserve memories, you make sure they stay with you and are passed down.

Example

They took many photos to preserve the memories of their family vacation.

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Without stories and photographs, they did not preserve their family history.

Example

What are some ways we can preserve our family traditions?

How to pronounce preserve

Pronunciation: [prɪˈzɜrv]

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