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as in deposits
a collection of things kept available for future use or need
our fuel reserves are low
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as in substitutes
a person or thing that takes the place of another
when the first brigade fell back in retreat, the commander sent out the reserves to try to hold the line of battle
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as in spares
an interchangeable part or piece of equipment that is kept on hand for replacement of an original
don't throw that extra bike chain away, as I want to keep it as a reserve in case the current one breaks
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as in retains
to continue to have in one's possession or power
I'm reserving the right to work by myself if you don't do your share of the project
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as in dedicates
to keep or intend for a special purpose
we must reserve this cup for ceremonial use only
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Recent Examples of reserves
Anton L. Delgado, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Despite that, Moody’s has affirmed the company’s Aa2 credit rating, pointing to its vast gas reserves and strong cash generation.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 31 Mar. 2026
For small businesses without massive cash reserves, that creates enormous financial pressure.
—Serena Sato, Baltimore Sun, 31 Mar. 2026
On both the Moon and Mars, astronauts could potentially obtain water by harvesting frozen ice reserves found in polar regions or buried beneath the surface.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
The company is taking proactive steps to mitigate risks, including building its own fuel reserves and working closely with logistics partners and customers to maintain operations.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
Close to 70% of the vast country has never been explored for potential oil or gas reserves.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
Anavitarte says the city dipped into cash reserves to launch its in-house sanitation service.
—Monique John, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
The groups also cautioned that the proposal could allow mining in areas with varying levels of environmental protection — such as biosphere reserves and forest reserves — that are not explicitly excluded, increasing pressure on fragile ecosystems in the Amazon basin.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2026
Cbs La Staff, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
The government usually reserves such an agreement for lawbreaking corporations to avoid putting large employers out of business — not for fugitive billionaires.
—Avi Asher-Schapiro, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Later Tuesday, a spokesperson for the FTA confirmed the agency did not plan to withhold federal funds from the CTA over safety issues, although the agency reserves the right to do so in the future.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
That’s because the mega retailer reserves its best, most impressive deals for subscribers, giving Prime Members access to special prices on everything from luggage sets to walking shoes.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value.
—AJC.com, 6 Mar. 2026
The ministry added that Saudi Arabia reserves the right to take measures to protect its security, including responding to aggression.
—Matt Nighswander, NBC news, 3 Mar. 2026
Mortgage Matchup Center reserves the right to amend the above list without notice.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Promoter reserves the right to verify eligibility and to adjudicate on any dispute at any time.
—Time, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
With ample reserves and deep pockets, analysts say some Russian shipments bound for China could be diverted to more desperate countries.
—Anton L. Delgado, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Despite that, Moody’s has affirmed the company’s Aa2 credit rating, pointing to its vast gas reserves and strong cash generation.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 31 Mar. 2026
For small businesses without massive cash reserves, that creates enormous financial pressure.
—Serena Sato, Baltimore Sun, 31 Mar. 2026
On both the Moon and Mars, astronauts could potentially obtain water by harvesting frozen ice reserves found in polar regions or buried beneath the surface.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
The company is taking proactive steps to mitigate risks, including building its own fuel reserves and working closely with logistics partners and customers to maintain operations.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
Close to 70% of the vast country has never been explored for potential oil or gas reserves.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
Anavitarte says the city dipped into cash reserves to launch its in-house sanitation service.
—Monique John, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
The groups also cautioned that the proposal could allow mining in areas with varying levels of environmental protection — such as biosphere reserves and forest reserves — that are not explicitly excluded, increasing pressure on fragile ecosystems in the Amazon basin.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2026
Verb
Station reserves the right to substitute prize of comparable value.
—Cbs La Staff, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
The government usually reserves such an agreement for lawbreaking corporations to avoid putting large employers out of business — not for fugitive billionaires.
—Avi Asher-Schapiro, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Later Tuesday, a spokesperson for the FTA confirmed the agency did not plan to withhold federal funds from the CTA over safety issues, although the agency reserves the right to do so in the future.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
That’s because the mega retailer reserves its best, most impressive deals for subscribers, giving Prime Members access to special prices on everything from luggage sets to walking shoes.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value.
—AJC.com, 6 Mar. 2026
The ministry added that Saudi Arabia reserves the right to take measures to protect its security, including responding to aggression.
—Matt Nighswander, NBC news, 3 Mar. 2026
Mortgage Matchup Center reserves the right to amend the above list without notice.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Promoter reserves the right to verify eligibility and to adjudicate on any dispute at any time.
—Time, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reserves
Noun
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Others demand inflated rents and deposits that few can afford.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Suite deposits for the playoff games are also currently open through the team.—
Raul Trey Lopez,
San Antonio Express-News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Ohio has seen fewer deaths but more risky behavior lately as fentanyl supplies dry up and people turn to substitutes tainted by animal tranquilizers.—
Kaitlin Coward,
Boston Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering what’s changing in how fashion is made, scaled or engineered from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
26 Mar. 2026
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The contract covers full-rate production engines, initial spares, modules, engineering resources, program oversight and dedicated production support services, according to a release from RTX.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
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Palmeri’s dad, Tony, loved cars from the 1930s, and dual spares weren’t unusual to see on the sides of cars in that era.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
Freep.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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This brunch usually books up, so call soon.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
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Skipping Travel Insurance No one books a trip expecting delays, cancellations, or illness, but spring weather is notoriously unpredictable, and travel disruptions happen more often than we’d like.—
Abby Price,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Crucially, private credit retains structural advantages that are difficult for banks to replicate, including speed, certainty of execution and flexible conditions, which some borrowers may continue to value in volatile markets, noted some experts.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
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Iran’s brutal regime retains a solid grip in Tehran, in Iraq through proxies, and in Lebanese society through Hezbollah.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The deal also dedicates 5% to Brea senior programs each year.—
Victoria Le,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026
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Rather than pursuing fleeting trends, the brand dedicates itself to crafting chic, timeless pieces.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Meanwhile, employees at both DFW Airport and Love Field are collecting donations – including nonperishable food, hygiene items, baby supplies, and gas or grocery gift cards – to further support federal aviation workers affected by the shutdown.—
Lauren Crawford,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The idea was controversial, because volcanoes were always thought to act independently, tapping their own supplies of molten, eruptible rock.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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In 2012, the NFL was caught off guard, forced to pluck unqualified replacements, some of whom were fanboys of specific teams and another of whom was a competitor in the World Series of Poker.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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Gash and Brin, who are Highland Park residents, disclosed their decisions not to seek reelection to lead their parties on Wednesday, giving the respective precinct committeepersons time to evaluate potential replacements before their April conventions.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Reserves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reserves. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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