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as in booking
to arrange to have something (as a hotel room) held for one's future use
we made sure to reserve a kennel for our dog several months before the start of the family vacation
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as in retaining
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 dedicating
to keep or intend for a special purpose
we must reserve this cup for ceremonial use only
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Recent Examples of reserving
But Miami could be reserving this exception for veteran free agents as a team in win-now mode following the acquisition of Antetokounmpo.
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Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
Finally, set clear guidelines for fund usage, reserving it for true emergencies and planning its replenishment.
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Rob Falzon,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Seats are limited, and Peacock recommends reserving them in advance.
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Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
An unwritten rule reserving membership for liberal democracies keeps authoritarian China out, even as its trade surplus, rare minerals, military buildup and huge carbon footprint dominate the summit’s agenda.
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John Leicester,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
So the exclusivity—reserving something only for the eyes of those who go there—was specifically taking on that.
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Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
For instance, its strategic partner Cone Denim is only a five-minute drive from Parras, and the group ensures that textiles are available by pre-booking and reserving fabrics, which cuts six to eight weeks out of the process.
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Sj Studio,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
SpaceX is reserving up to 30% of its offering for retail investors – a much higher share than usual.
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Tobias Burns,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
In an email advising Simon ticketholders how to avoid traffic backups near The Shell on Tuesday, the symphony recommended reserving parking in advance at the IQHQ/RaDD (Research and Development District) garage and then walking about 15 minutes to the concert venue.
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George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
Finally, set clear guidelines for fund usage, reserving it for true emergencies and planning its replenishment.
—
Rob Falzon,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Seats are limited, and Peacock recommends reserving them in advance.
—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
An unwritten rule reserving membership for liberal democracies keeps authoritarian China out, even as its trade surplus, rare minerals, military buildup and huge carbon footprint dominate the summit’s agenda.
—
John Leicester,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
So the exclusivity—reserving something only for the eyes of those who go there—was specifically taking on that.
—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
For instance, its strategic partner Cone Denim is only a five-minute drive from Parras, and the group ensures that textiles are available by pre-booking and reserving fabrics, which cuts six to eight weeks out of the process.
—
Sj Studio,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
SpaceX is reserving up to 30% of its offering for retail investors – a much higher share than usual.
—
Tobias Burns,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
In an email advising Simon ticketholders how to avoid traffic backups near The Shell on Tuesday, the symphony recommended reserving parking in advance at the IQHQ/RaDD (Research and Development District) garage and then walking about 15 minutes to the concert venue.
—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reserving
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Everything after that is a matter of planning ahead, whether that means booking accommodations in advance or bringing the right gear.
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But cost isn't the only challenge—Grand Teton's relatively short summer season means campground reservations are fiercely competitive, with many sites booking months in advance and some disappearing within minutes of becoming available.
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These nanoscale pathways allowed lighter fractions, including naphtha, gasoline, and kerosene, to pass through while retaining heavier components.
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The Nets still project with spending power after retaining Sharpe and Minott.
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So dedicating the space entirely to TV-watching is doing it a disservice, says Lindsey Walsh of Lindsey Walsh Interiors.
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John Sotter has spent decades doing exactly that, dedicating his professional life to the mission of improving floor safety and reducing the risk of injuries that can alter lives in an instant.
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Mizuho Americas analyst Dan Dolev told the Journal that the majority of these cuts probably trace to a post-pandemic hiring correction rather than AI itself.
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An American brand can open a local Hong Kong dollar account, a Vietnamese dong account, or a Portuguese euro account without ever setting up a foreign legal entity, leasing an office or hiring a single local employee.
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One supporter applauded the board for teaching the Bible in classrooms and keeping Sharia law, the Islamic moral code, out of public schools.
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Healthcare economists say giving people access to preventive healthcare saves taxpayers money in the long run by keeping the workforce healthy and relieving pressure on an overburdened system.
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These days, those same thinkers describe their object of study as Unidentified Aerial Phenomena—and universities, governmental agencies, and independent groups are devoting serious resources to finally getting to the bottom of whether extraterrestrials really are out there.
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But to avoid being stretched too much, defined as devoting more than 30% of their pay to housing, their income should be closer to $250,000.
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After holding the majors’ worst record for much of the current season, the Angels are tied for last in the AL standings at 34-48 heading into their game against the Athletics on Friday night at Angel Stadium.
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According to Atwal, the Gartner analyst, the rising costs could lead to consumers holding onto their devices longer, leading to fundamental changes to upgrade cycles for products such as smartphones.
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The renowned, often feared lawyer dedicated years of pro-bono time to saving emerging designers from their troubles and steering their careers upward.
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So in addition to saving this place, everyone on Team Bear now has to try to earn a Michelin star on a night when they may be least equipped to do their best work.
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