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Updated June 2026
To maintain something in its original or existing state; to keep safe from harm or decay. It also refers to food prepared by canning or pickling to prevent decomposition.
“The society works to preserve historic buildings from demolition.”
/prəˈzɜːv/
pre·serve
Contains common letters P, R, E, S, V with E appearing three times
Worth 13 points; V adds value despite triple E
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