save for
idiom
: not including (someone or something) : except for (someone or something)
The park was deserted save for a few joggers.
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An early graduate who completed her coursework six months ago, Kolb has started working at the Dollar Tree store to save for attending either Palomar or Grossmont Community College in another year.
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Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 June 2025
There’s not a single social setting in which this vibey teal can is an unacceptable accessory, save for maybe the Met Gala or a soiree at Buckingham Palace.
—Pete Cottell, Wired News, 12 June 2025
The wraparound construction hugged the foot with minimal hardware, save for subtle snap closures near the sole.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 9 June 2025
With Sheets back in the lineup as a DH, everyone is at their usual spot save for Tyler Wade, who is receiving his fourth start in left field as the Padres continue to search for options while Jason Heyward (oblique) is on the injured list.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2025
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Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 June 2025
There’s not a single social setting in which this vibey teal can is an unacceptable accessory, save for maybe the Met Gala or a soiree at Buckingham Palace.
—Pete Cottell, Wired News, 12 June 2025
The wraparound construction hugged the foot with minimal hardware, save for subtle snap closures near the sole.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 9 June 2025
With Sheets back in the lineup as a DH, everyone is at their usual spot save for Tyler Wade, who is receiving his fourth start in left field as the Padres continue to search for options while Jason Heyward (oblique) is on the injured list.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2025
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“Save for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/save%20for. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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