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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First on the scene In interviews that University of Pennsylvania researchers conducted, patients, police and trauma clinicians all agreed that police transport had the distinct advantage of speed, which could save lives. Cal Chengqi Fang, The Conversation, 14 July 2026 Our residents have perfected techniques to help save lives of people, animals and the environment. Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026 Because small fires can grow rapidly, Shoemate said, receiving information like that could save lives. Naomi Taxay, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026 The rise of Nashville Severe Weather is a modern case study in multiple areas — a shifting tornado alley, a changing climate, the prevalence of social media and the value of instantaneous, hyperlocal information that can save the day or save lives. ABC News, 7 July 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 21 Jul. 2026.

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