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as in conserves
to use or give out in stingy amounts
I'll have a banana split—and don't spare the whipped cream
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as in saves
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
she had grown up during the Great Depression, so she was no stranger to sparing
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as in substitutes
an interchangeable part or piece of equipment that is kept on hand for replacement of an original
we promptly replaced the burnt-out lightbulb with a spare
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Recent Examples of spares
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
To solve this problem, materials scientists at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have concocted a new sunscreen recipe that spares the ocean’s vital microorganisms.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Sep. 2025
The ruling spares Trump from a potential half-billion-dollar fine but bans him and his two eldest sons from serving in corporate leadership for a few years.
—Jennifer Peltz, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
The ruling spares Trump from a potential half-billion-dollar fine but bans him and his two eldest sons from serving in corporate leadership for a few years.
—Nino Paoli, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2025
This makes the kids friendlier and spares mom’s udders a lot of wear-and-tear.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2025
That visit nearly turns fatal when Tyler morphs into a Hyde, claws raised, but ultimately spares her.
—Jane Lacroix, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Mariyam Muhammad, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
Welcome to eclipse season, where the cosmos spares no one and nothing stays the same.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
To solve this problem, materials scientists at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have concocted a new sunscreen recipe that spares the ocean’s vital microorganisms.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Sep. 2025
The ruling spares Trump from a potential half-billion-dollar fine but bans him and his two eldest sons from serving in corporate leadership for a few years.
—Jennifer Peltz, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
The ruling spares Trump from a potential half-billion-dollar fine but bans him and his two eldest sons from serving in corporate leadership for a few years.
—Nino Paoli, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2025
This makes the kids friendlier and spares mom’s udders a lot of wear-and-tear.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2025
That visit nearly turns fatal when Tyler morphs into a Hyde, claws raised, but ultimately spares her.
—Jane Lacroix, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Noun
Furthermore, all items containing lithium metal or lithium-ion batteries, along with spares or uninstalled batteries, belong in carry-on baggage, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
—Mariyam Muhammad, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spares
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Independent analysis by the World Wildlife Fund shows that saving one million pounds of fruit conserves 320 billion gallons of water and avoids 169,000 metric tons of carbon emissions.—
Ivanka Trump,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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Researchers say the technology not only conserves water but also ensures construction materials meet strict safety standards.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Aug. 2025
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Being busy suited Onana, who was fully engaged and concentrated, made some smart reaction saves and kept his distribution on the right side of zany.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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How Lack Of Time Hurts Workplace Environment Productivity The irony is that carving out even a little time for inquiry almost always saves time later.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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After 38 minutes, Slot turned to his substitutes’ bench, bringing on Robertson for Kerkez at left-back.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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For this reason, many people who are looking for meat substitutes often turn to mushrooms to provide some texture and substance to dishes.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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However, borrowers could still be protected if the AFT is able to get a court order that preserves IDR loan forgiveness based on a borrower’s eligibility date, as opposed to the actual discharge date.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The project preserves the mid-20th century architecture of the Pan Am building, maintaining its historical significance.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Some of them came out as DVD extras.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
12 Sep. 2025
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Subscribe to the Eat Drink Freep newsletter for extras and insider scoops on Detroit-area dining.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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For mainstream buyers seeking a capable 16-inch system, the key is timing—Dell’s ever-spinning carousel of deals can turn this safe bet into a standout value, earning it our Editors' Choice award for midrange desktop replacements.—
Charles Jefferies,
PC Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
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Keep replacements closer to the bathroom or wherever your makeup routine takes place to avoid junk drawer cluttering.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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International health insurance, coworking spaces, reliable internet backups and timezone-spanning tools mean freedom has a price tag.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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For experienced backups, especially those who have started games, methods are developed over many seasons.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This is a dramatic shift resulting from a substantial drop in living standards over the last few years, a drop that was not cushioned by the nation’s vast lithium reserves.—
Daniel Markind,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Italy’s Eni and France’s TotalEnergies are also exploring oil production opportunities in Congo Brazzaville, as the government tries to harness its hydrocarbon reserves to solve economic challenges.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Spares.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spares. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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