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as in doubt
a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something
despite my reservations, we hired the young teen as a babysitter
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as in provision
something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends
gave us his approval without any reservations
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Recent Examples of reservation
Upon arrival for their reservation, users must provide a valid state photo ID and sign a waiver.
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Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2025
Several more moderate Republicans had reservations about the cuts to Medicaid health care and the loss of green energy credits that could derail solar, wind and other renewable projects in their districts.
—Leah Askarinam, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2025
Book a water view room for the night, make a reservation on the Harborwalk Terrace or on the Sea Grille patio to catch the fireworks while listening to Soul Monstahs performing on a barge during the property’s Summer in the City series.
—Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Make a reservation ahead of time to ensure a seat at the bar or in the recesses of one of the semi-circle booths.
—Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 June 2025
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Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2025
Several more moderate Republicans had reservations about the cuts to Medicaid health care and the loss of green energy credits that could derail solar, wind and other renewable projects in their districts.
—Leah Askarinam, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2025
Book a water view room for the night, make a reservation on the Harborwalk Terrace or on the Sea Grille patio to catch the fireworks while listening to Soul Monstahs performing on a barge during the property’s Summer in the City series.
—Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Make a reservation ahead of time to ensure a seat at the bar or in the recesses of one of the semi-circle booths.
—Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reservation
Noun
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There is no doubt that Bayern is going to make another offer for the Liverpool forward.—
Manuel Veth,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Had there been surveillance video, there is little doubt that things would have turned out differently for those innocent boys.—
Robert Chiarito,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Revoking California’s waivers Under a provision of the Clean Air Act, California has the power to set vehicle-emission standards that are stricter than federal regulations.—
Elizabeth Kolbert,
New Yorker,
7 July 2025
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Notably, the governor removed the 2029 deadline from a provision that would have closed the Green Bay Correctional Institute by 2029.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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The lack of trust and growing skepticism about Netanyahu’s intentions are reflected in the dwindling public approval among Israelis.—
Ayelet Gundar-Goshen,
Time,
7 July 2025
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Many in Trump's cabinet have previously expressed concern over the implications of an overly strong dollar, and skepticism regarding its status as the world's reserve currency.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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The lawsuit claims the picnics are charitable expressive conduct and acts of peaceful assembly, and argues Tempe's permit requirements violate the advocates' First and 14th Amendment rights, which protect freedom of speech and assembly, and ensure due process and equal protection under the law.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
8 July 2025
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The rates are based on an assumption that workers are paid $15.75 an hour, although there's no requirement for employers to pay that rate.—
Cleo Krejci,
jsonline.com,
8 July 2025
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Dexter stalks his next victim (Marc Menchaca) — a killer who targets ride-share drivers — while the ghost of his father Harry (James Remar) urges him to be careful, and a fidgety Harrison tries to evade police suspicions.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
10 July 2025
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That new regime’s anti-Western stance put it on a path to conflict with the United States and Israel, and created their long-standing suspicion that Iran’s nuclear program was not purely civilian, as Tehran claimed, but also involved clandestine efforts to develop weapons.—
Roya Hakakian,
The Atlantic,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Talking with detainees about living conditions is the most important part of a tour, Eskamani said.—
Kairi Lowery,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 July 2025
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National scrutiny over the conditions of the facility have remained a significant focus amid ongoing controversies about the treatment of detainees, particularly migrants and non-citizen residents, at U.S. immigration facilities.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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With so many issues still up in the air, though — including the missing permits and the uncertainty around what capacity the ground can open at — Barca have not been able to start any ticket sales for matches.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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The much delayed, years-long renovation of the UN buildings, which has overrun its budget by as much as 118 million CHF ($144 million), adds a layer of uncertainty to the otherwise neatly sophisticated decor.—
Isabelle Mayault,
The Dial,
8 July 2025
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The Street Fight stipulation opens the door for Rodriguez’s fellow Judgment Day members to help her win, which will keep Ripley looking strong even in defeat.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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The group agreed to publish the strip, with one stipulation: The name had to change.—
Chris Carra,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 June 2025
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“Reservation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reservation. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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