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as in deposits
a collection of things kept available for future use or need
our fuel reserves are low
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as in substitutes
a person or thing that takes the place of another
when the first brigade fell back in retreat, the commander sent out the reserves to try to hold the line of battle
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as in spares
an interchangeable part or piece of equipment that is kept on hand for replacement of an original
don't throw that extra bike chain away, as I want to keep it as a reserve in case the current one breaks
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as in retains
to continue to have in one's possession or power
I'm reserving the right to work by myself if you don't do your share of the project
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as in dedicates
to keep or intend for a special purpose
we must reserve this cup for ceremonial use only
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reserves
Verb
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He will not be traded, in my mind, unless Anaheim retains half of his remaining salary.—
Pierre LeBrun,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024 -
In addition, artificial turf retains heat, often reaching temperatures of 150-180 degrees Fahrenheit on warm, sunny days.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The manufacturers of almost all of them will provide repairs, replacements, or refunds.—
Adam Iscoe,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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Tesla’s service and collision centers are already overwhelmed with these modifications as well as other concerns, such as self-driving computer replacements in newer cars.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Dec. 2024
Verb
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However, what keeps the Bayonetta games in that rarified strata of brilliance are their intricate and involved combat systems.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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This keeps the tone collaborative and constructive.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Wavy is between straight and curly, holds hairstyles well, and has big curls and waves from roots to ends.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
4 Jan. 2025
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Kelly holds a political science degree from Wichita State University.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
4 Jan. 2025
Noun
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If it's got waterslides and other extras, all the better.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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And lucky for me, there were extras for an afternoon snack with tea.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appétit,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Supporting comprehensive dialogue would help establish a representative government that preserves Syria’s territorial integrity and protects minority rights, while reducing the likelihood that Iran or other external actors exploit minority groups to gain influence.—
Hamidreza Azizi,
Foreign Affairs,
23 Dec. 2024
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Saturday on Ventura Land Trust area preserves.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The bill also allocates funding for improved childcare and housing.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
12 Dec. 2024
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The coalition, which allocates community benefit money promised as part of the Baltimore Peninsula development deal, doled out a $190,000 grant to fund the purchase and operation of the 15-seat, handicap-accessible shuttle.—
Amanda Yeager,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Nov. 2024
Verb
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Young teams can make those kinds of mistakes, but the Dolphins possesses one of the oldest rosters in 2024.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
4 Jan. 2025
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Consequently, employers would rather hire an employee who has less experience but possesses AI skills, than hire a candidate with more experience but no AI skills, according to Microsoft's Work Trend Index 2024.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Reserves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reserves. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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