SALVAGE Synonyms: 96 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

Definition of salvage

as in to rescue

to remove (something) from a place of danger or harm Nothing could be salvaged from the shipwreck.

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noun

as in salvaging

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as in preservation

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as in find

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Recent Examples of salvage

Verb

The measure, called Amendment 3, and a series of legislative races pose a test of whether Republican lawmakers can salvage a year largely defined by losses. — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2026 Scientists were able to salvage a handful of tadpoles from the area, which the aquarium raised and released. — ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026

Noun

The Giants are caught too deep in the undertow for a salvage mission this season, but the timing was right to take a look at Tugboat. — Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 The allegations have fueled a larger debate in French society over how to stop violence against minors and salvage trust in the public programs that families depend on. — Colette Davidson, Christian Science Monitor, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for salvage

Recent Examples of Synonyms for salvage

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Twenty-six miles to the south, Ronald Conley rescued his dogs from his elevated house with a pontoon boat.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026
As this revolution unfolds, the debris-clearing, satellite-rescuing capabilities of RPOs could ensure the sky doesn’t fall, keeping the orbital environment safe and accessible for all.

— Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of rescue

Noun

When Jenn and Emily return, Shannon tries to cut the tension by talking about jarred pizza sauce (the only real laugh-out-loud moment of the episode), but there’s no salvaging this night.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026
Eliyahu, who announced the salvaging of the Altalena, hails from the far-right, which has taken power as part of a government led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

— CBS News, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of salvaging

Noun

Supporters pointed to the environmental impact report, which found that those problems could be mitigated and resulted in the habitat preservation included in the proposal.

— Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026
Connecting the exhibition to broader social concerns, Gong also believed that the Le19M method can inspire the preservation of local craft, often put on a pedestal devoid of meaning.

— Denni Hu, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of preservation

Noun

The find led divers to conduct a more detailed search of the area for other archaeological objects.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026
Major brands including BaubleBar and Crocs are putting their own spin on football fandom with playful collaborations and unexpected finds.

— Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of find

Verb

In comparison, LaBeouf has long been open about his tumultuous childhood and has said that his father was a recovering addict, and at times abusive.

— Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026
Hawaii residents are still recovering from Hurricane Lala, which produced heavy rain and winds strong enough to sweep about 100 homes off their foundations on the Big Island.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of recover

Noun

The autonomous vehicle launches from a carrier aircraft and conducts high-speed atmospheric tests before returning for recovery.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2026
Unless there’s a settlement, resolution of this lawsuit—and potential recovery for the creditors—is a long way off, with a trial set for early 2028.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of recovery

Noun

Their population is slowly growing, thanks in part to conservation efforts.

— Eduardo Cuevas, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2026
The partnership will support conservation, research and digitization, making the collection more accessible to researchers and enthusiasts.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of conservation

Noun

Plus, the rugged lug sole wedge heel gives you a little extra height without the pain many heeled booties bring, and multiple reviewers rave about their comfort and support.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026
The bootie is secured inside the shoe with a nylon ladder system and can be removed for cleaning.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026

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