save lives
phrase
: to stop people from dying or being killed
If you donate blood, you might save a life.
The use of seat belts can save lives.
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Our residents have perfected techniques to help save lives of people, animals and the environment.
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Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
The bags weigh very little, can be bought for less than twenty euros, and save lives regularly.
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William Finnegan,
New Yorker,
29 June 2026
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Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
The bags weigh very little, can be bought for less than twenty euros, and save lives regularly.
—
William Finnegan,
New Yorker,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for save lives
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“Save lives.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/save%20lives. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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