as in except
not including
saving three members, the club is now fully committed to the fund-raising project
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1
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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3
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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4
as in maintaining
to keep in good condition
lovingly saved the classic car and even upgraded its engine
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5
as in dedicating
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I'm saving this dress for a formal occasion
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as in preserving
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as in conservation
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Recent Examples of saving
Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Daylight saving time ends (slightly) earlier in 2025.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
The following Pitch Day showcased industry-crossing solutions like aquatic ecosystem protection, fashion and beauty raw materials, waterless dyeing, water-saving and energy-saving manufacturing, wastewater reduction and treatment, as well as microplastic and microfiber detection.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
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Preposition
Daylight saving time is supposed to save energy, since during the warmer months the majority of people will be outside and not home, which saves energy.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Daylight saving time ends (slightly) earlier in 2025.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Noun
Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is just around the corner — but Prime subscribers can start saving right now.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
The following Pitch Day showcased industry-crossing solutions like aquatic ecosystem protection, fashion and beauty raw materials, waterless dyeing, water-saving and energy-saving manufacturing, wastewater reduction and treatment, as well as microplastic and microfiber detection.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for saving
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
Verb
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If the script is a tad heavy-handed in making Clara seem almost indifferent to her mother’s suffering, Touzani is too generous a director not to allow the character some redeeming displays of conscience before the domestic drama plays out.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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The OxyChem deal largely solves the debt problem, although Oxy won’t begin redeeming Berkshire’s preferred shares—and their 8% annual interest—until 2029.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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A couple of El Alcazar guys are gleefully dangling him in harm’s way, but Daryl and company take them out, rescuing Roberto just in time.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
5 Oct. 2025
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Commanders say each mission, whether delivering ammunition or rescuing an animal, contributes to refining tactics for larger-scale use in the future.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Iran can achieve that by abandoning water-hungry crops, shifting to smart farming, conserving every drop, and reviving flood-management techniques Iranians once mastered to recharge depleted aquifers.—
Nik Kowsar,
Time,
2 Oct. 2025
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While the app is available and encouraged year-round, the week was a spotlight on the importance of joint effort when conserving the environment, Zirk said.—
Madison Beveridge,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Explore Historic Sites and Structures The Warren Heritage Society is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich history of Front Royal and Warren County, including historic homes, museums, and shops.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Expect Hamas to try to equivocate, buy time, soften language, and insist on impossible guarantees while preserving levers of power.—
Dan Perry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Cruise lines are now dedicating some of their newest and largest ships to these shorter itineraries.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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There have been cautionary tales on that front in the past, with the Cup-less Leafs dedicating 50 percent of their cap to their Core Four in the flat-cap era standing out as one good (or bad) example.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But the smile is now more sparing, at least on camera.—
Longreads,
Longreads,
19 Dec. 2024
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Mercy for violence, however, remained more sparing.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
17 Nov. 2021
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“Saving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saving. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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