spare
Example Sentences
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Cities like Dubai and Riyadh, which have long taken pride in their safety from the tumult of the region, have been drawn in, with the growing chaos sparing few countries in Iran's vicinity.
From Barron's
The RBA raised the official cash rate at the start of February, highlighting then that inflation was well above the 2% to 3% target band and that spare capacity in the economy was highly constrained.
“Claiming a top criminal scalp will not spare the government from a messy aftermath,” said Mora of the International Crisis Group.
From Los Angeles Times
Ultimately, France overpowered Scotland in the final quarter with plenty to spare to win the title.
From BBC
She said the court should hand down a “narrow” decision that spares her client.
From Los Angeles Times
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