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    preserving

    US /prɪ'zɜ:vɪŋ/

    ・

    UK /prɪ'zɜ:vɪŋ/

    B1
    v.t.Transitive VerbTo cook food so it can be kept for long periods
    He is preserving the fish by salting it
    v.t.Transitive VerbTo protect something from harm, loss or damage
    Everyone should do their share in preserving nature.
    v.t.Transitive VerbTo keep or maintain unchanged or perfect
    Preserving our national parks is an important job

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    New images of Titanic show the ship's iconic railing has broken off

    02:57New images of Titanic show the ship's iconic railing has broken off
    • So one of the main concerns really is preserving what they can, including those artifacts, but the clock is ticking.

      So one of the main concerns really is preserving what they can, including those artifacts, but the clock is ticking.

    • So one of the main concerns really is preserving what they can, including those artifacts, but

      So one of the main concerns really is preserving what they can, including those artifacts, but

    B1

    The Singaporean Who Saved Kyoto Traditional Townhouses / 消えゆく京町家を守るシンガポール人 【Akadot TV】

    03:35The Singaporean Who Saved Kyoto Traditional Townhouses / 消えゆく京町家を守るシンガポール人 【Akadot TV】
    • We thought that it would be very meaningful for us as students of Japan to pitch in with our own resources to play a part in preserving this heritage, not just for Japan but for the rest of the world, to continue to come to appreciate and also enjoy.

      We thought that it would be very meaningful for us as students of Japan to pitch in with our own resources to play a part in preserving this heritage, not just for Japan but for the rest of the world, to continue to come to appreciate and also enjoy.

    • to play a part in preserving this heritage

      to play a part in preserving this heritage

    B1

    To Live On: Phrasal Verbs in English Conversation #phrasalverbs

    08:31To Live On: Phrasal Verbs in English Conversation #phrasalverbs
    • Despite the challenges the project went on, she went on, speaking about the importance of preserving memories, move on to progress or advance.

      Despite the challenges the project went on, she went on, speaking about the importance of preserving memories, move on to progress or advance.

    • She went on speaking about the importance of preserving memories.

      She went on speaking about the importance of preserving memories.

    B1

    LIVE: South Africa opens G20 finance meeting | REUTERS

    19:06LIVE: South Africa opens G20 finance meeting | REUTERS
    • Preserving macroeconomic stability while supporting inclusive and sustainable growth, therefore, remains crucial.

      Preserving macroeconomic stability while supporting inclusive and sustainable growth, therefore, remains crucial.

    • Preserving macroeconomic stability while supporting inclusive and sustainable growth, therefore, remains crucial.

      Preserving macroeconomic stability while supporting inclusive and sustainable growth, therefore, remains crucial.

    B2

    Great Africa Safari in Tanzania | Tarangire National Park

    11:54Great Africa Safari in Tanzania | Tarangire National Park
    • It's a very poignant reminder of the importance of conservation and preserving the ecosystem for these animals to survive in.

      It's a very poignant reminder of the importance of conservation and preserving the ecosystem for these animals to survive in.

    • It's just a very poignant reminder of the importance of conservation and preserving the ecosystem for these animals to survive in.

      It's just a very poignant reminder of the importance of conservation and preserving the ecosystem for these animals to survive in.

    B1

    Explore Chester's free English Heritages sites with Craghoppers and Corinne Jones

    06:10Explore Chester's free English Heritages sites with Craghoppers and Corinne Jones
    • First up, I'm meeting volunteer Rachel at Chester's Roman Amphitheatre to learn more about this incredible site and the work that goes into preserving it.

      First up, I'm meeting volunteer Rachel at Chester's Roman Amphitheatre to learn more about this incredible site and the work that goes into preserving it.

    • First stop, I'm meeting volunteer Rachel at Chester's Roman Amphitheatre to learn more about this incredible site and the work that goes into preserving it.

      First stop, I'm meeting volunteer Rachel at Chester's Roman Amphitheatre to learn more about this incredible site and the work that goes into preserving it.

    B1

    EMO: The New AI That Really Shocked The Internet! This is why...

    08:20EMO: The New AI That Really Shocked The Internet! This is why...
    • It can also be used for social goods such as preserving cultural heritage, promoting language learning or raising awareness.

      It can also be used for social goods such as preserving cultural heritage, promoting language learning or raising awareness.

    • It can also be used for social goods, such as preserving cultural heritage, promoting language learning, or raising awareness.

      It can also be used for social goods, such as preserving cultural heritage, promoting language learning, or raising awareness.

    B1

    The World of Khubilai Khan: A Revolution in Painting

    49:36The World of Khubilai Khan: A Revolution in Painting
    • So clearly Zhang Mengfu wanted to convey in this archaic image that he too was preserving the moral integrity of a man living in reclusion while serving in office.

      So clearly Zhang Mengfu wanted to convey in this archaic image that he too was preserving the moral integrity of a man living in reclusion while serving in office.

    • So clearly, Zhao Mengfu wanted to convey in this archaic image that he, too, was preserving the moral integrity of a man living in reclusion while serving in office.

      So clearly, Zhao Mengfu wanted to convey in this archaic image that he, too, was preserving the moral integrity of a man living in reclusion while serving in office.

    B2

    The Psychology of Malignant Narcissists - People of the Lie

    13:58The Psychology of Malignant Narcissists - People of the Lie
    • At the extreme end of the spectrum lies the pathology of malignant narcissism, in which one identifies with an illusory self-image of moral purity, or, as Peck explains, "Utterly dedicated to preserving their self-image of perfection, malignant narcissists are unceasingly engaged in the effort to maintain the appearance of moral purity.

      At the extreme end of the spectrum lies the pathology of malignant narcissism, in which one identifies with an illusory self-image of moral purity, or, as Peck explains, "Utterly dedicated to preserving their self-image of perfection, malignant narcissists are unceasingly engaged in the effort to maintain the appearance of moral purity.

    • “Utterly dedicated to preserving their self-image of perfection, [malignant narcissists] are

      “Utterly dedicated to preserving their self-image of perfection, [malignant narcissists] are

    A1

    Tokyo’s Hidden Local Bars | Shimbashi Nightlife Adventure ★ ONLY in JAPAN

    18:51Tokyo’s Hidden Local Bars | Shimbashi Nightlife Adventure ★ ONLY in JAPAN
    • Well, when you think about preserving culture, you know, you often think about preserving old things.

      Well, when you think about preserving culture, you know, you often think about preserving old things.

    • When you think about preserving culture, you often think about preserving old things.

      When you think about preserving culture, you often think about preserving old things.

    A2