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as in preservation
the careful maintaining and protection of something valuable especially in its natural or original state
everyone has a duty to aid in the conservation of our nation's wilderness areas
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as in maintenance
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
the conservation of the nation's monuments and memorials
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Recent Examples of conservation
The Kane Forest Preserve Foundation supports the Forest Preserve District of Kane County by raising funds for conservation, restoration, education and recreational projects that enhance Kane County’s forest preserves, the release said.
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Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2026
Even greater privacy is afforded into the future by its abutting the 140 acres of Sherrif’s Meadow conservation land.
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Nielsen Dinwoodie,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Such privacy was part of the concept for the community — an idea to mix luxury homes with shared, low-density open space, strict conservation and agriculture.
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David Caraccio
updated July 4,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2026
They're trained in geology, formations, history, wildlife, guest safety, emergency protocols, conservation, and storytelling.
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Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
4 July 2026
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Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2026
Even greater privacy is afforded into the future by its abutting the 140 acres of Sherrif’s Meadow conservation land.
—
Nielsen Dinwoodie,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Such privacy was part of the concept for the community — an idea to mix luxury homes with shared, low-density open space, strict conservation and agriculture.
—
David Caraccio
updated July 4,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2026
They're trained in geology, formations, history, wildlife, guest safety, emergency protocols, conservation, and storytelling.
—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
4 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for conservation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conservation
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Miami, in particular, has evolved into a global epicenter for both wealth preservation and lifestyle migration, reinforcing long-term demand fundamentals.
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The historic building is listed with its preservation in mind.
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As cars become more tech-centric, the future of auto maintenance and repairs could be remote.
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With a little maintenance, your garden can be on full display again.
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There are solutions for age verification that are both accurate and privacy preserving.
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“Conservation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conservation. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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