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as in rescued
to remove from danger or harm
the firefighters managed to save the family just as the burning building was collapsing
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as in spared
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
we'll have to scrimp and save to be able to afford college
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as in preserved
to keep in good condition
lovingly saved the classic car and even upgraded its engine
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as in devoted
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I'm saving this dress for a formal occasion
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Recent Examples of saved
Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
The singer’s twelfth studio album, which is due out October 3, has become the most pre-saved project in the history of Spotify’s countdown page feature, according to the streaming platform.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The streamer announced on Instagram that The Life of a Showgirl became the most pre-saved album Countdown Page in Spotify history.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
And since methane is a fuel, the sale of the saved methane can offset the cost of upgrading hardware.
—Umair Irfan, Wired News, 21 June 2025
Until another aggressive forecheck led Verhaeghe to try to jam home a wraparound shot and the saved puck was left for Tkachuk to put in the net.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 23 May 2025
Since 2019, that password manager has included a checkup tool that notifies you if a saved password shows up in a data breach.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 21 May 2025
Considering that the saved data is separated out like this, having another game read that data shouldn’t be difficult, at least in a technical sense.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Trump, Musk's stark warning to America MAJOR HEADLINES DOGE DIVIDENDS – Elon Musk weighs giving $5,000 to all Americans from saved funds.
—Fox News, 20 Feb. 2025
Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Homegrown berries have saved the family ~$40 per month, Leonard says.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 3 Oct. 2025
His actions saved numerous lives and years later, a movement began to award him a Medal of Honor.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
Swift commits to the bit with slinky, campy energy, but nothing could have saved this.
—Janey Tracey, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
And in the fourth inning, his throw from center field — after review — saved a run, keeping the game tied at 1-1.
—Levi Weaver, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
But most in Generation X don’t have nearly that much saved.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS RISE TO STARDOM – Leonardo DiCaprio shares father's four words that saved his career.
—FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen saved his best effort for his final appearance of the 2025 season.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
The album is already available to be pre-saved.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
The singer’s twelfth studio album, which is due out October 3, has become the most pre-saved project in the history of Spotify’s countdown page feature, according to the streaming platform.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The streamer announced on Instagram that The Life of a Showgirl became the most pre-saved album Countdown Page in Spotify history.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
And since methane is a fuel, the sale of the saved methane can offset the cost of upgrading hardware.
—Umair Irfan, Wired News, 21 June 2025
Until another aggressive forecheck led Verhaeghe to try to jam home a wraparound shot and the saved puck was left for Tkachuk to put in the net.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 23 May 2025
Since 2019, that password manager has included a checkup tool that notifies you if a saved password shows up in a data breach.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 21 May 2025
Considering that the saved data is separated out like this, having another game read that data shouldn’t be difficult, at least in a technical sense.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Trump, Musk's stark warning to America MAJOR HEADLINES DOGE DIVIDENDS – Elon Musk weighs giving $5,000 to all Americans from saved funds.
—Fox News, 20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
Meanwhile, the system saved Paley more than 10 hours a week, time that can be reinvested into guest service and staff training.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Homegrown berries have saved the family ~$40 per month, Leonard says.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 3 Oct. 2025
His actions saved numerous lives and years later, a movement began to award him a Medal of Honor.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
Swift commits to the bit with slinky, campy energy, but nothing could have saved this.
—Janey Tracey, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
And in the fourth inning, his throw from center field — after review — saved a run, keeping the game tied at 1-1.
—Levi Weaver, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
But most in Generation X don’t have nearly that much saved.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS RISE TO STARDOM – Leonardo DiCaprio shares father's four words that saved his career.
—FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen saved his best effort for his final appearance of the 2025 season.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for saved
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This recognition has no cash value, is not transferable, and may not be substituted or redeemed for cash or any other value.—
Time,
Time,
29 Sep. 2025
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The offer can be redeemed through the Pilot app at all participating Pilot and Flying J travel centers.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
29 Sep. 2025
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Of course, title notwithstanding, this opener is as gleeful as the rest of the record, as Swift sings about being rescued from a descent into Shakespearian madness by her happy-go-lucky baller.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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The group was able to use their phone to call 911 and she was rescued by air ambulance with unknown injuries, deputies said.—
Paloma Chavez,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Wilbur is obviously the main focus, as everyone is working to make sure his life is spared.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
1 Oct. 2025
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The lack of a headline-grabbing show of force so far does not mean that Colorado has been spared a role in the president’s pledge to deport immigrants who lack proper legal status.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
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Compared to green tea, white tea undergoes minimal processing, so higher levels of catechins and polyphenols are preserved.—
Caitlin Pagán,
Verywell Health,
2 Oct. 2025
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Today, it is carefully preserved in the Chapel of the Holy Chalice inside València’s Cathedral, where pilgrims, scholars, and curious travelers from all over the world come to admire it.—
Visit València,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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Mendelson couldn't be more excited for a new audience to learn about the legend who rewrote Hollywood's rules, captivated crowds and devoted her platform to the AIDS crisis.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Biden administration devoted billions of dollars to building a domestic supply chain for critical minerals and called for half of all new cars to be electric or hybrid by 2030.—
Scott W. Stern,
The Atlantic,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Three-quarters of the garments were created with reclaimed outdoor-gear materials from their warehouse.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
15 Sep. 2025
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Lamp stands look like they have been made from reclaimed stones and baskets whilst the ceiling fan is made from mock banana leaves.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The next party leader could very well become the country’s next prime minister, but even that’s not guaranteed; voters delivered a clear rebuke in the past two parliamentary elections, delivering seats to opposition parties and stripping the LDP of its majority.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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Austin Wells delivered the game-winning hit with a single, as Chisholm scored all the way from first after getting a head start on the 3-2 count.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But it had nonetheless been conserved and cared for, which allowed new meanings to slowly emerge.—
Mollie Barnes,
The Conversation,
29 Sep. 2025
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Because energy is conserved, and gravitational radiation (also known as a gravitational wave) carries energy, this leads to the decay of the mutual orbits of these masses.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Saved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saved. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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