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reserve

[ri-zurv] / rɪˈzɜrv /






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In other words, the reserves his company and others have been tapping — including the U.S. strategic petroleum reserve, which is supposed to be used only for global emergencies — are about to run out.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

How do you reserve your seat at an Hermès show?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

One wonders how many bowlers would have had to go down for Robinson to get the call, especially given a reserve Lions squad was also in Australia.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

“SpaceX has decided to reserve a much higher percentage of the offering…which means there should be more shares available to retail clients.”

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The cheering helps me find a hidden reserve.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen




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