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precious s. of high worth or cost; "diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds are precious stones"
. wn #2
precious r. [
preciously] extremely; "there is precious little time left"
. wn #3
precious s. [
valued] held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an intrinsic nature; "a valued friend"; "precious memories"
. wn #4
precious s. [
cute] obviously contrived to charm; "an insufferably precious performance"; "a child with intolerably cute mannerisms"
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