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Yes, preservative is playable

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"Preservative" Definition

noun

Something used to preserve, especially a chemical added to foods to inhibit spoilage.
Something that or has the power of .
An additive used to protect against decay, discoloration, or spoilage.
A substance used to preserve foodstuffs, wood, or other materials against decay.

adjective

Tending to preserve or capable of preserving.
Having the power of .
Acting to preserve something.

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