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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
Brian Grubb,
Vulture,
29 June 2026
Over time, those sessions have become must-watch content for fans, who marvel at the tiny dog's ability to spring high into the air, catch balls in his mouth and string together save after save.
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Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
28 June 2026
In the five years since his death, Haycock has gone into schools and placed life-saving equipment at open water sites through his charity, Sam’s Army’s Mission 1 Life.
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Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
28 June 2026
Meanwhile, there’s no truth to the rumor Hoyer acquired struggling Mets starter David Peterson while in New York to save on roaming charges.
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Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
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That would’ve saved me a little time, honestly.
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Brian Grubb,
Vulture,
29 June 2026
Over time, those sessions have become must-watch content for fans, who marvel at the tiny dog's ability to spring high into the air, catch balls in his mouth and string together save after save.
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Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
28 June 2026
In the five years since his death, Haycock has gone into schools and placed life-saving equipment at open water sites through his charity, Sam’s Army’s Mission 1 Life.
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Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
28 June 2026
Meanwhile, there’s no truth to the rumor Hoyer acquired struggling Mets starter David Peterson while in New York to save on roaming charges.
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Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for save
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Winners have to go to a Florida Lottery district office to redeem these winning tickets.
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No minimum to redeem for cash back.
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Rodríguez reported earlier that at least 33 people had been rescued so far, including several children.
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On Saturday, an 11-month-old baby was rescued from the ruins of a building.
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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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The Deschutes, like rivers across the country, is owned by the public, and taxpayers are spending big to conserve it.
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Developers will preserve about 1,200 acres and plan 26 miles of trails, with portions in the Hickory Creek area.
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Georgia Tech officials said preserving capacity while modernizing the fan experience was a key goal of the project.
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At 71 years old, she is set to retire from teaching at Mesa Public Schools this year and dedicate herself to weaving full-time.
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Those are the two areas López would be best off dedicating all his time and energy to over the next two years.
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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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But one of the youngest fans at the stadium, Andre Serras, could be forgiven for not quite knowing who to root for tonight.
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Those on the plan can also see their loans forgiven in as little as 10 years.
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The pair got to the viewing area for the men’s street skateboard final with plenty of time to spare, snagging a prime spot to watch legends like Huston and Onodera.
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President Bill Clinton’s veto pen spared some district laws, while congressional GOP lawmakers at times succeeded at blocking others.
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“Save.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/save. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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