1
2
as in to rescue
to remove from danger or harm
the firefighters managed to save the family just as the burning building was collapsing
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to conserve
to avoid unnecessary waste or expense
we'll have to scrimp and save to be able to afford college
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in to preserve
to keep in good condition
lovingly saved the classic car and even upgraded its engine
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in to dedicate
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I'm saving this dress for a formal occasion
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in except
not including
everyone save me is going to the party
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of save
Justin Kroll, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2026
Although medical personnel performed life-saving measures, LaPorta was pronounced dead at the scene.
—Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Howard Koplowitz | Hkoplowitz@al.com, al, 4 Mar. 2020
As of Sunday, all other airlines have already ended their flights to mainland China from SFO, which normally has more departures to China than any other U.S. airport save Los Angeles International.
—Mallory Moench, SFChronicle.com, 12 Feb. 2020
See All Example Sentences for save
Verb
The film follows a weary delivery driver with months to live who saves a brilliant but troubled teenage girl.
—Preposition
But all the candidates save Sanders were in Selma on Thursday to mark the 55th anniversary of Bloody Sunday.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for save
Verb
-
No minimum to redeem for cash back.—
-
Here’s how to claim your lottery prize All Arizona Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $100 and may redeem winnings up to $599.—
Verb
-
The Los Angeles County Fire Department on Wednesday rescued three people who were trapped under a collapsed retaining wall in Lennox.—
-
In the final battle, the group of heroes kills Vecna, and the Mind Flayer, before rescuing the children and setting off bombs that destroy the Upside Down.—
Verb
-
To conserve resources, the company generally covers only coach travel for employees.—
-
But grasshoppers use cheap flight or gliding to conserve energy.—
Verb
-
Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
-
This capability allows users to capture ultra-high-resolution video while preserving fine detail.—
Verb
-
Despite the losses, Damon traveled to Texas and won the national title, dedicating the victory to his family and supporters.—
-
Since that time, Pratt has dedicated himself to railing against Bass, the Los Angeles City Council, and California Governor Gavin Newsom for their responses to the fires.—
Preposition
-
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.—
-
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.—
Verb
-
Still, some of these foibles are easier to forgive when seen in service of the greater good.—
-
Reading the media these days, you would be forgiven for thinking the technology, journalism, and investment communities were inadvertently wishing an AI ‘bubble’ into existence.—
Verb
-
That, plus the lack of talent and cap space thanks to the sins of the Deshaun Watson contract, for which general manager Andrew Berry was somehow spared, makes life difficult for whatever quarterback(s) start for the Browns in 2026.—
-
Many of the residents whose houses were spared have returned.—
Cite this Entry
“Save.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/save. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share