saving

Example Sentences

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Either way, Emma has backed herself into a corner and hopes that honesty and context will be her saving grace.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

“We’re saving 1,500 bucks, so it’s worth it.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

If a person has a hard time cancelling a subscription, they form a negative association with the process, not a positive mentality about the prospect of saving money.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

The Lancers were particularly excited because Champlin taunted them after saving Wednesday’s 4-1 win, leading to shoving and pushing after the game.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

“No one was forced to stay, but those of us who remained knew that we would be there until the end. We knew that we were the only people capable of saving the plant.”

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland