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Precious (verb)

Definition:

Precious, as a verb, means to value highly or to cherish greatly.

Senses:

1. To regard or treat something as extremely valuable or important.
2. To treasure, hold dear, or show affection towards someone or something.

Usages:

Popular:

1. She precious her mother's heirloom necklace and always wore it on special occasions.

2. The artist precious his artwork so much that he refused to sell it for any price.

3. They were childhood friends who had always precious each other's friendship.

Local:

1. In our small town, we precious our local market where we can find fresh produce directly from the nearby farms.

2. The residents precious the historic buildings in the neighborhood and were actively involved in their preservation.

3. We have a local tradition of preciousing homemade jams that are passed down through generations.

Sample Sentences:

1. Sarah precious the handmade bracelet her grandmother gave her as a symbol of their bond.

2. Despite its plain appearance, the worn-out teddy bear was the most precious possession to the little girl.

3. The community came together to show support and precious the local library, which was in danger of closing down.

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