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as in deposits
a collection of things kept available for future use or need
our fuel reserves are low
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as in substitutes
a person or thing that takes the place of another
when the first brigade fell back in retreat, the commander sent out the reserves to try to hold the line of battle
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as in spares
an interchangeable part or piece of equipment that is kept on hand for replacement of an original
don't throw that extra bike chain away, as I want to keep it as a reserve in case the current one breaks
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as in retains
to continue to have in one's possession or power
I'm reserving the right to work by myself if you don't do your share of the project
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as in dedicates
to keep or intend for a special purpose
we must reserve this cup for ceremonial use only
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Recent Examples of reserves
Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026
The majority of cargoes are slated to load through the first quarter, the traders said, with a significant amount expected to head into China's massive state reserves.
—Hallie Gu, Arkansas Online, 21 Jan. 2026
Tempers flared with some shoving between the reserves in the closing seconds.
—CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
Japan currently has the world’s ninth-largest gold reserves, excluding the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to World Gold Council (WGC) data.
—Frank Holmes, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
As water is increasingly seen as a strategic asset, market watchers are looking to Greenland’s freshwater reserves as a potential resource.
—Tasmin Lockwood, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2026
All-Star reserves are being selected this season without regard to position.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 20 Jan. 2026
Companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft can absorb these costs thanks to their large legal teams, deep capital reserves, and political influence.
—Claudia Nunes, Oc Register, 20 Jan. 2026
The Television Academy reserves the right to inquire about the use of AI in submissions.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
Sam McDowell 21, Kansas City Star, 21 Jan. 2026
That the one who removes you from the international feast is the one who generously reserves your seat at the table.
—Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value.
—AJC.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Every institution reserves the right to revoke admission for misconduct, including actions that occur after the acceptance date.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 28 Dec. 2025
Station reserves the right to substitute prize of comparable value.
—Cbs La Staff, CBS News, 3 Dec. 2025
Mortgage Matchup Center reserves the right to remove any banner or sign.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 26 Nov. 2025
Sponsor reserves the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value.
—Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2025
Hudson, though, reserves her praise for the 16,000 people who execute the organization’s global mission.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
Seven Western Conference reserves are yet to be named — they’ll be voted on by head coaches — and Murray is considered likely to take one of those spots.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026
The majority of cargoes are slated to load through the first quarter, the traders said, with a significant amount expected to head into China's massive state reserves.
—Hallie Gu, Arkansas Online, 21 Jan. 2026
Tempers flared with some shoving between the reserves in the closing seconds.
—CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
Japan currently has the world’s ninth-largest gold reserves, excluding the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to World Gold Council (WGC) data.
—Frank Holmes, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
As water is increasingly seen as a strategic asset, market watchers are looking to Greenland’s freshwater reserves as a potential resource.
—Tasmin Lockwood, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2026
All-Star reserves are being selected this season without regard to position.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 20 Jan. 2026
Companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft can absorb these costs thanks to their large legal teams, deep capital reserves, and political influence.
—Claudia Nunes, Oc Register, 20 Jan. 2026
The Television Academy reserves the right to inquire about the use of AI in submissions.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
The construct of the NFL typically reserves those picks for the teams still searching for the quarterback, not those who have already figured it out.
—Sam McDowell 21, Kansas City Star, 21 Jan. 2026
That the one who removes you from the international feast is the one who generously reserves your seat at the table.
—Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value.
—AJC.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Every institution reserves the right to revoke admission for misconduct, including actions that occur after the acceptance date.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 28 Dec. 2025
Station reserves the right to substitute prize of comparable value.
—Cbs La Staff, CBS News, 3 Dec. 2025
Mortgage Matchup Center reserves the right to remove any banner or sign.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 26 Nov. 2025
Sponsor reserves the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value.
—Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2025
Hudson, though, reserves her praise for the 16,000 people who execute the organization’s global mission.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reserves
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Exploration in the western Mediterranean, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula (modern Spain and Portugal), Sardinia and Etruria (central Italy), led to the Phoenician exploitation of rich natural resource deposits and an increasing reputation for great wealth.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Jan. 2026
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Greenland has mineral deposits of key minerals including graphite, copper, nickel, zinc, tungsten and lithium, all used for making modern technology.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
15 Jan. 2026
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But the 34-year-old German helped Brighton manage the last 20 minutes of a routine 2-0 victory over second-from-bottom Burnley with efficiency, alongside fellow substitutes Danny Welbeck and James Milner, as Fabian Hurzeler’s side ended a run of six matches without a win with the minimum of fuss.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
5 Jan. 2026
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Training must emphasize that risk scores and recommendations are tools for professional judgment, not substitutes for it.—
Maureen Flatley,
Boston Herald,
31 Dec. 2025
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That means having standard spares available and maintenance procedures drawn up and tested.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Jan. 2026
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Precision is necessary to pick up spares.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Dec. 2025
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And instead of dictating from the central office which books to recommend, Barnes & Noble now lets local booksellers suggest books to their customers, giving the stores a more personal touch, Flanigan said.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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Kids 14 and under who book a ski lesson get free lift tickets, and kids 12 and under get free rentals when a parent books a three-day rental package.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Dec. 2025
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Denmark retains authority over the island’s defense, foreign policy, and economic matters.—
Heather Hunter,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Jan. 2026
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The sponsor retains responsibility for the content and holds the copyright to their material.—
Phan Khang,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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The Ibis dedicates 50 spaces for electric-vehicle charging.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
20 Dec. 2025
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But the gravity of the situation only sets in when Alpha’s single mother (Golshifteh Farahani) — a doctor at the local hospital who dedicates her days to treating people infected with the virus — finds out about the tattoo and forces her daughter to get tested.—
Elaina Patton,
IndieWire,
12 Dec. 2025
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Lately, however, influencers have begun placing turntables on kitchen and bathroom counters to store items such as coffee bar supplies, skincare products, or as a general catch-all.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
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Huntersville police expressed disappointment and social media reaction was mixed after someone absconded with all the pet food and other supplies in a community pet pantry last week.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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But this session will be Polis’ last, and union groups — who have shelved plans to launch a pro-worker ballot campaign — are now starting to eye the governor’s would-be replacements.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
8 Jan. 2026
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Kennedy also fired all 17 members of the CDC's vaccine advisory panel and handpicked their replacements, and has been criticized.—
Dr. Jade Cobern,
ABC News,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Reserves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reserves. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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