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saving

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conjunction

as in but
if it were not for the fact that I would be ready, saving the fact that I can't find my missing shoe

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saving

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preposition

as in except
not including saving three members, the club is now fully committed to the fund-raising project

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saving

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adjective

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verb

present participle of save
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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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Recent Examples of saving
Noun
As an example of the potential savings, a one-way flight from New York (JFK) to Orlando (MCO) can cost as much as 17,400 points. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2025 During past downturns, the value of retirement savings dropped sharply, making people feel poorer. Mike Winters, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025 However, a Yahoo News analysis revealed that only $19.8 billion of savings were itemized on the page. Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 12 Mar. 2025 With its impressive accuracy, adaptability and potential for cost savings, the LaserWeeder G2 could indeed be the future of farming. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for saving
Recent Examples of Synonyms for saving
Noun
  • Unlike traditional environmental studies, this interdisciplinary field blends social science, humanities, and natural science to prepare students for sustainability, conservation, and policy-making leadership roles.
    Scott White, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
  • As for sustainability, Andaz Mexico City has an Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (aka EDGE) certification, which means that the hotel has adopted sustainable hospitality practices, including the conservation of water, energy, and materials.
    Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
Conjunction
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Following the lifts automatic shutdown, ski patrollers set about rescuing each of the 174 passengers.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Over the past 24 hours, the coast guard reported rescuing 120 migrants in three separate incidents off various Greek islands.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • In 1980, voters overwhelmingly chose Reagan’s sunny optimism over Carter’s gloomy warnings about cutting back and conserving.
    Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Addressing these inefficiencies through sustainable practices, energy-efficient technologies, energy audits and waste-to-energy solutions is crucial to reducing the global carbon footprint, conserving resources, and mitigating the adverse effects of climate change.
    Dianne Plummer, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The museum, which was founded in 2014 with the goal of preserving automotive history, also hosts the Audrain Newport Concours and Motor Week each year.
    Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Sure, the Russian air force is preserving its planes.
    David Axe, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Nicole Kidman honored her late mother, Janelle Ann Kidman, by dedicating her latest award for the movie Babygirl to her.
    Tommy McArdle, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Policy and strategic collaboration played a huge role, dedicating substantial resources to experts.
    Abdullah Snobar, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Tren de Aragua originated in an infamously lawless prison in the central state of Aragua and accompanied an exodus of millions of Venezuelans, the overwhelming majority of whom were seeking better living conditions after their nation’s economy came undone last decade.
    Elliot Spagat, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Take a look at more below: Walmart, a big-box retailer popular among a wide range of consumers, has been especially attractive amid concerns about inflation, high grocery prices and the direction of the U.S. economy.
    Pia Singh, CNBC, 16 Mar. 2025

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“Saving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saving. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.

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