saving face
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Better to demonstrate prudence, he reasoned, than to rashly reverse a well-considered decision in hope of temporarily saving face.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2024
Cooke leaders proved to be bad actors at every turn, more concerned with saving face than taking accountability.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 22, 2023
Our Chinese culture is full of stoicism and saving face.
From Salon • Jan. 29, 2023
It is possible that Mr Musk is buying himself some time and saving face, ahead of a court case that many predicted he was unlikely to win.
From BBC • Oct. 5, 2022
Her solution this time was to pay everyone the same amount—$2,000—therefore saving face and securing the greatest American player.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
