preserves

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Definition

verb. to keep something in its original state.

Example Sentence

They stored their preserves in the frigidarium.

More Example Sentences

She preserves old photos in a book.

Synonyms

maintains; protects; safeguards

Antonyms

destroys; loses; neglects

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Rhymes

  • curves
  • d'oeuvres
  • nerves
  • purves
  • serves

  • deserves
  • observes
  • preserves
  • reserve's
  • reserves
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