as in conservation
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as in except
not including
saving three members, the club is now fully committed to the fund-raising project
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as in preserving
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as in redeeming
to free from the penalties or consequences of sin
the Christian belief that Jesus lived and died to save humanity
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as in rescuing
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 conserving
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 maintaining
to keep in good condition
lovingly saved the classic car and even upgraded its engine
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as in dedicating
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I'm saving this dress for a formal occasion
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Recent Examples of saving
Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 3 Mar. 2026
Eliminating high-subsidy routes could yield some $23 million in annual savings from operating costs alone, but the report notes that would leave some suburban communities stranded.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 1 Mar. 2026
Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
Christine Sloan, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
One of his biggest plays was this touchdown-saving deflection while covering 49ers star Deebo Samuel.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 5 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The Uniform Time Act of 1966 established specific dates for the start of daylight saving time.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 3 Mar. 2026
Eliminating high-subsidy routes could yield some $23 million in annual savings from operating costs alone, but the report notes that would leave some suburban communities stranded.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
The former are made using a resource-saving, closed-loop process.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
Kolluri, who is also CEO of NJ Transit, said switching to stickers to collect tolls would be a cost-saving move.
—Christine Sloan, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
One of his biggest plays was this touchdown-saving deflection while covering 49ers star Deebo Samuel.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for saving
Noun
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Eco effort As part of Hyatt, the hotel follows broader brand sustainability initiatives, including energy and water conservation measures, though this isn’t a property that foregrounds eco messaging.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Taylor Morrison, the developer of Creekview Ranch, designed the project to avoid the most sensitive areas and requested that the 27 acres along Dry Creek be dedicated for conservation.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
28 Feb. 2026
Conjunction
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But scientists and doctors say things aren’t that simple — and a belief that exposing children to marijuana, either directly or indirectly, is harmless isn’t supported by the facts.—
Daniel M. Jimenez,
The Cannifornian,
22 June 2017
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But with a full and volatile season behind them, the two have grown closer, prompting check-ins from Bradford last month, seeking tidbits from his coach who watched OTA practices on a tablet from his Kentucky retreat.—
Chad Graff,
Twin Cities,
15 June 2017
Preposition
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At Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort, face masks are required in public areas, except when dining or swimming, capacity of public areas will be limited, and housekeeping and public area attendants will increase their cleaning procedures.—
Elizabeth Rhodes,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2020
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The city advised all residents to stay inside except those going to and from work and anyone seeking or giving emergency care, according to Mayor Eric Garcetti's official Twitter account.—
NBC News,
NBC News,
1 June 2020
Adjective
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From New York’s East Village to Seattle’s oldest neighborhood and New Orleans’ eclectic Bywater community, meet the vintage retailers aren’t just selling clothes—they’re preserving culture, telling stories, and encouraging consumers to slow down and value garments that were made to last.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Since Heathcliff seems to lose all redeeming qualities after Cathy’s death, turning into a truly miserable and vengeful man, book devotees likely have a far less romantic vision of him than what is presented in the film.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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In this view, very little in the existing order is worth redeeming.—
Laura K. Field,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Police body camera video shows an Easton, Massachusetts officer rescuing a 78-year-old Raynham man from a burning car on Friday morning.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Ships are required to provide assistance to anyone found at sea in danger, provided doing so does not pose serious risk to the rescuing vessel.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Zack took the cue and led with Altadena’s sense of independence as a quality worth conserving.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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This time, the World team only got a token 5-minute appearance from the Lakers’ Luka Doncic, in this case legitimately conserving himself while coming back from a hamstring injury.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Tasked with maintaining and modernizing the grid and accelerating the transition to renewables, LUMA has overseen a system in which only about 7% of electricity comes from clean sources, even as outages and rates have increased.—
Israel Melendez Ayala,
Time,
28 Feb. 2026
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These include squatting, hinging, stepping, pushing, pulling and stabilizing your core — the mechanics behind getting up from a chair, picking something up off the floor, opening and closing doors, climbing stairs, and maintaining balance to avoid falls.—
Dana Santas Feb 28,
CNN Money,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Saving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saving. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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