as in conservation
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as in except
not including
saving three members, the club is now fully committed to the fund-raising project
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as in preserving
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as in redeeming
to free from the penalties or consequences of sin
the Christian belief that Jesus lived and died to save humanity
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as in rescuing
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 conserving
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 maintaining
to keep in good condition
lovingly saved the classic car and even upgraded its engine
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as in dedicating
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I'm saving this dress for a formal occasion
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Recent Examples of saving
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
The app teaches budgeting, saving, investing, and entrepreneurship through interactive challenges and goal setting.
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Najahe Sherman,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 May 2026
The former are made using a resource-saving, closed-loop process.
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Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Nov. 2025
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
The synopsis says the seven-year ordeal included chronic pain, a life-saving organ amputation and multiple medical crises that left doctors unable to determine the cause of his condition.
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Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
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Noun
The Newsom administration has attempted creative efforts to shrink CDCR’s budget, such as hiring outside consultants to find operations efficiencies, but those endeavors have resulted in less savings than initially anticipated.
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William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
The app teaches budgeting, saving, investing, and entrepreneurship through interactive challenges and goal setting.
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Najahe Sherman,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
Adjective
For more time-saving, clever kitchen tools at Amazon, keep reading.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 May 2026
The former are made using a resource-saving, closed-loop process.
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Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
Gallego said the students worked with the mentors from AbbVie, a global pharmaceutical company that makes life-saving medicines, to develop aeronautical engineering skills.
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Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
The synopsis says the seven-year ordeal included chronic pain, a life-saving organ amputation and multiple medical crises that left doctors unable to determine the cause of his condition.
—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for saving
Noun
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Students in the program completed hands-on training and academic coursework while serving the remainder of their sentences as a hand crew member at a conservation camp.
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The conservation team will secure unstable paint before cleaning the works with fiber lasers.
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But scientists and doctors say things aren’t that simple — and a belief that exposing children to marijuana, either directly or indirectly, is harmless isn’t supported by the facts.
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But with a full and volatile season behind them, the two have grown closer, prompting check-ins from Bradford last month, seeking tidbits from his coach who watched OTA practices on a tablet from his Kentucky retreat.
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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.
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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.
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From New York’s East Village to Seattle’s oldest neighborhood and New Orleans’ eclectic Bywater community, meet the vintage retailers aren’t just selling clothes—they’re preserving culture, telling stories, and encouraging consumers to slow down and value garments that were made to last.
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All three have redeeming qualities beyond their offense, but injecting more skill into the bottom-six should be a priority for a team that ranked 30th in five-on-five scoring this season.
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Another investor may like the long-term outlook and still have to sell because clients are redeeming money.
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The Ross Township Police Department shared the video on Facebook on Monday, applauding Sergeant Chuberko and Officer Roy for rescuing the deer.
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Professional assistance is also appropriate if the animal is trapped and needs rescuing, says Thomas Ward, training manager and wildlife biologist at Trutech Wildlife Service.
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Officials advised people to try conserving as much power as possible when the service was on, use surge protectors for valuable electronics, prepare emergency kits in the event of a fire and keep their refrigerators or freezers closed.
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Jackie and Shadow became internet sensations thanks to the live webcams maintained in their nest by nonprofit organization Friends of Big Bear Valley, which is an outspoken voice for conserving eagle habitat.
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Outfit 10 In the summer, my style errs on the casual side, but the Original Contour Presence Cami Tank takes my look to the next level while maintaining my comfort.
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The Three Lions are maintaining a high press but can't keep possession in the attacking third.
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“Saving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saving. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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