preserve
Pronunciation: [prɪˈzɜrv]
Word
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.
Example
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.
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What are some ways we can preserve our family traditions?
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