in reserve

phrase

: held back for future or special use

Examples of in reserve in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But, seriously, there would be something to be said for having a veteran NBA point guard in reserve. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 22 Aug. 2026

The state collected that amount and held it in reserve; the Tax Court ordered the money returned with interest, though an appeal has been signaled. — Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 19 Aug. 2026

Holding resources in reserve can become a strategic advantage when uncertainty is high or the quality of available opportunities is low. — Brian Ferdinand, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in reserve

• conserve
• deserve
• manoeuvre
• observe
• preserve
• subserve
• curve
• mirv
• nerve
• serve
• swerve
• verve