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
While firefighters were rescuing two people from the roof, crews found two more people in a second-story bathroom and brought them out through a window, according to the release.
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Kendrick Calfee
updated April 18, Kansas City Star, 18 Apr. 2026
His second commissioner’s unit citation came in 2013, for rescuing several people trapped in a bus with severe roof damage, the mayor’s office said.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
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.
—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
Kendrick Calfee
updated April 18, Kansas City Star, 18 Apr. 2026
His second commissioner’s unit citation came in 2013, for rescuing several people trapped in a bus with severe roof damage, the mayor’s office said.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rescuing
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The collaboration kicks off a new Happy Meal, which includes a special box, one of 12 collectible character toys (two new characters will be rolled out every week); an activity book and a QR code that unlocks an interactive game that involves saving Hawkins from monsters.—
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
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Students, staff and faculty advance sustainability, develop climate change solutions, promote conservation and biodiversity, while driving that policy at home and around the globe by educating a new generation of environmentally conscious leaders committed to saving the planet.—
Julianna Lozada,
Daily News,
23 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 27 Apr. 2026.
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