as in saving
to remove from danger or harm
an all-out effort to rescue a beached whale
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Recent Examples of rescuing
Stars like Patrick Wilson, Bronwyn Newport, and Mayim Bialik have shared social media posts thanking the ASPCA for its decades of work rescuing animals, finding them homes, and fighting for their legal rights.
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Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Given Southampton had only dropped points from a winning position twice in the previous 21 league games — Portsmouth and Charlton Athletic both rescuing a 1-1 draw apiece — a comeback seemed unlikely.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Others praised troopers for stepping in to help, applauding authorities for rescuing the vulnerable cub and ensuring it was placed in proper care.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Images broadcast by Colombian media showed people crying while helping or rescuing those who were trapped, vehicles in flames and destroyed.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Devastating flooding occurred in North Shore communities on Oahu, where homes were swept away and residents needed rescuing.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
But Emma said the Russian government showed little interest in rescuing her sister, pointing to Elizabeth's public opinions online as a human rights activist.
—Erin Moriarty, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
Sadly, Jamie and Claire are mostly focused on rescuing Young Ian.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
The Toronto International Film Festival dropped a documentary from its lineup that told the story of an Israeli grandfather’s experience rescuing his family from Hamas on October 7, before an outcry forced its restoration.
—Jesse Brown, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2026
Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Given Southampton had only dropped points from a winning position twice in the previous 21 league games — Portsmouth and Charlton Athletic both rescuing a 1-1 draw apiece — a comeback seemed unlikely.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Others praised troopers for stepping in to help, applauding authorities for rescuing the vulnerable cub and ensuring it was placed in proper care.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Images broadcast by Colombian media showed people crying while helping or rescuing those who were trapped, vehicles in flames and destroyed.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Devastating flooding occurred in North Shore communities on Oahu, where homes were swept away and residents needed rescuing.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
But Emma said the Russian government showed little interest in rescuing her sister, pointing to Elizabeth's public opinions online as a human rights activist.
—Erin Moriarty, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
Sadly, Jamie and Claire are mostly focused on rescuing Young Ian.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
The Toronto International Film Festival dropped a documentary from its lineup that told the story of an Israeli grandfather’s experience rescuing his family from Hamas on October 7, before an outcry forced its restoration.
—Jesse Brown, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rescuing
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Sara Doody Mid-Century Lift-Top Coffee Table Apartment dwellers will love this space-saving coffee table with a convenient lift-top that doubles as a kitchen table and work desk.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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That same year, he was awarded the commissioner’s unit citation for saving the lives of multiple residents during a six-alarm fire, the mayor’s office said.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
16 Apr. 2026
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Many workers spoke of feeding their families and contributing to a circular economy by salvaging and recycling waste.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
15 Apr. 2026
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Schauffele retrieved the ball without penalty and credited the fortunate bounce with salvaging his hole.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Rescuing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rescuing. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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