1
as in mint
being in an original and unused or unspoiled state
a pristine forest that has never been subjected to logging or development
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as in immaculate
free from dirt or stain
one doesn't dare spill anything on his car's pristine upholstery
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Recent Examples of pristine
Many economists are skeptical, and the markets for U.S. Treasuries are pricing in fiscal trouble down the road as the debt balloons, concerns reflected in Moody's recent historic downgrading of America's once pristine credit rating.
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Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
Executive producer Lisa Vanderpump teaches her minions how to make pristine television, and that is exactly what Marciano is doing.
—Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 21 May 2025
Because of the distance and elevation gain on this moderately challenging trek, you’ll be rewarded with solitude and pristine scenery.
—Jennifer Broome, Denver Post, 20 May 2025
As Americans begin to finalize their summer vacation plans, a travel advisor is offering safety tips for those heading to Mexico's pristine shores that are often frequented by Hollywood stars.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2025
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Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
Executive producer Lisa Vanderpump teaches her minions how to make pristine television, and that is exactly what Marciano is doing.
—Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 21 May 2025
Because of the distance and elevation gain on this moderately challenging trek, you’ll be rewarded with solitude and pristine scenery.
—Jennifer Broome, Denver Post, 20 May 2025
As Americans begin to finalize their summer vacation plans, a travel advisor is offering safety tips for those heading to Mexico's pristine shores that are often frequented by Hollywood stars.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pristine
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Relax like a tech mogul Ambergris Cay’s 17 beachfront bungalows are immaculate, 1,600-square-foot spaces with sitting areas, shiny gold-tiled showers, private plunge pools and spotless Wi-Fi for any Zoom calls that couldn’t get rescheduled after your trip.—
DeMarco Williams,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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The film's somber romanticism grounds the immaculate airborne action with a rich emotional core, paving the way for overwhelming catharsis at the conclusion.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
24 May 2025
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Savor fresh seafood and waterfront views at area restaurants, enjoy craft beer at local breweries, and shop locally at The District, a colorful collection of shops and restaurants.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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What to expect: Impeccably fresh seafood, flown in daily and displayed on ice like edible sculpture.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Think about it: the record companies forced them to be clean cut and preppy and all those things.—
Gary Gerard Hamilton,
Anchorage Daily News,
3 Feb. 2023
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Flathead is the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi, with clean, crystalline waters cradled in the Flathead Valley by the Mission Mountains to the east and the Salish Mountains to the west.—
Deb Hopewell,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Feb. 2023
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In fact, a single Old Testament line might be the source for the virginal aspect of the cult of Mary.—
Lamorna Ash,
The Dial,
6 May 2025
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Would the virginal and so presumably menstruating Mary have been barred from worshipping her son?—
S. C. Cornell,
The New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2025
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Photo: Sotheby’s International Realty Some situations are, however, best left untouched.—
Kim Velsey,
Curbed,
22 May 2025
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The area sandwiched between the Atlantic Ocean and the Currituck Sound is packed with maritime forests, sand dunes, and shrub thickets, all untouched, all wild, and all waiting patiently for visitors to explore.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 May 2025
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Most virgin steel requires a blast furnace that uses coal to smelt iron ore into iron.—
Cameron Pugh,
Christian Science Monitor,
12 May 2025
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Meanwhile, sauté prosciutto with remaining extra virgin olive oil until crispy.—
Jennifer Adams,
StyleCaster,
5 May 2025
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“Pristine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pristine. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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