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as in to rescue
to remove from danger or harm
the firefighters managed to save the family just as the burning building was collapsing
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as in to conserve
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
we'll have to scrimp and save to be able to afford college
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as in to preserve
to keep in good condition
lovingly saved the classic car and even upgraded its engine
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as in to dedicate
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I'm saving this dress for a formal occasion
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as in except
not including
everyone save me is going to the party
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Recent Examples of save
Charlie Mason, TVLine, 8 June 2025
When the child arrived at the hospital medical staff assumed life saving measures to no avail and she was pronounced dead, according to the medical examiner.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2025
Mallory Moench, SFChronicle.com, 12 Feb. 2020
But all the candidates save Sanders were in Selma on Thursday to mark the 55th anniversary of Bloody Sunday.
—Howard Koplowitz | Hkoplowitz@al.com, al, 4 Mar. 2020
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Verb
On the plus side, Hershel finally perfected his knife-throwing just in time to save mom Maggie from becoming Grizzly Chow.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 8 June 2025
When the child arrived at the hospital medical staff assumed life saving measures to no avail and she was pronounced dead, according to the medical examiner.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2025
Preposition
As of Sunday, all other airlines have already ended their flights to mainland China from SFO, which normally has more departures to China than any other U.S. airport save Los Angeles International.
—Mallory Moench, SFChronicle.com, 12 Feb. 2020
But all the candidates save Sanders were in Selma on Thursday to mark the 55th anniversary of Bloody Sunday.
—Howard Koplowitz | Hkoplowitz@al.com, al, 4 Mar. 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for save
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Once their reading log is filled, participants can turn the log in to redeem prizes.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2025
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Kane redeems himself, ties the game, 1-1 From the Edmonton blueline, defenseman Evan Bouchard quickly headmanned the puck to Viktor Arvidsson, who turned it to a flying Evander Kane.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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But Brad Marchand rescued the Panthers with the Marchand Miracle, a goal in the second overtime for a 5-4 road win and 1-1 series heading back to South Florida for Game 3 Monday night.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2025
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Stern, a multiple-tour combat veteran of the U.S. Army and Navy who now rescues people for a living, told Fox News Digital.—
Audrey Conklin,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2025
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Health officials also recommend conserving energy, using environmentally friendly household and cleaning products, and running a portable air purifier or a central air conditioning system with the fresh air intake closed or set on recirculate.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2025
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Floating solar panels appear to conserve water while generating green electricity.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
4 June 2025
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Yet in its day, the Toronado was its own discrete design, and one worth preserving and driving today.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
13 June 2025
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Heck, the Dodgers used this strategy in the World Series last season, letting Brent Honeywell get rocked in Game 4, their only loss, to preserve the bullpen.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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For Memorial Day weekend this year, Meet the Press dedicated its whole hour to a special edition on children’s mental health and youth loneliness.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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To properly honor the iconic craft store, Michaels even dedicated an entire landing page on its website for easy product searching and the latest updates.—
Isabella Milano,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2025
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At Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort, face masks are required in public areas, except when dining or swimming, capacity of public areas will be limited, and housekeeping and public area attendants will increase their cleaning procedures.—
Elizabeth Rhodes,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2020
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The city advised all residents to stay inside except those going to and from work and anyone seeking or giving emergency care, according to Mayor Eric Garcetti's official Twitter account.—
NBC News,
NBC News,
1 June 2020
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Employees trust them more, and citizens are more likely to forgive their mistakes.—
Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Viewers could be forgiven for looking ahead to the second set.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
7 June 2025
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Net-Zero Emissions The final victory for advocates came with just a few hours to spare before Wednesday’s midnight deadline to pass legislation.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
5 June 2025
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Stepping onto the stage with long hair, leather jackets, and confidence to spare, Girish and the Chronicles proved that rock is alive and well — and ready for primetime.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
4 June 2025
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“Save.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/save. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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