as in to rescue
to remove (something) from a place of danger or harm
Nothing could be salvaged from the shipwreck.
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as in preservation
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as in find
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Recent Examples of salvage
George Packer, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
Our Test Kitchen is sharing answers for your common turkey questions, including our best tips for salvaging your bird if things don't go quite as planned.
—Annie Krumhardt Peterson, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2024
Shortly after that, the Houthis’ main international patron, Iran, said that the group would allow a salvage operation to take place.
—Joshua Keating, Vox, 13 Sep. 2024
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Mann, nearing 50, vacillated, hoping to salvage the old conservatism from the new extremism.
—George Packer, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
Our Test Kitchen is sharing answers for your common turkey questions, including our best tips for salvaging your bird if things don't go quite as planned.
—Annie Krumhardt Peterson, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
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Advertisement That makes the Bruins’ game against the Scarlet Knights on Saturday at SHI Stadium an even more essential part of their salvage operation.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2024
Shortly after that, the Houthis’ main international patron, Iran, said that the group would allow a salvage operation to take place.
—Joshua Keating, Vox, 13 Sep. 2024
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The event celebrated and raised funds for the Vanderpump Dog Foundation’s efforts in rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs.Charna Flam, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
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Dwayne Johnson’s latest movie Red One, in which Johnson as an E.L.F. operative (?) rescues a swole Santa (??) played by J.K. Simmons (???), will not be added to this list of Best Christmas Action Movies.Keith Phipps, Vulture, 17 Nov. 2024
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As President Trump’s administration begins its second term, the call to action for data preservation is more urgent than ever.Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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The Shreveport City Council passed a resolution two weeks ago urging the state Legislature to retain the credits for filming and for preservation of historic buildings.Gene Maddaus, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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Read below to see some of my top picks from their collection and prepare to give your winter wardrobe a major upgrade with finds from the best spot for stylish outwear this season.Chloe Castleberry, StyleCaster, 19 Nov. 2024
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Mango Black Friday or not, Mango is the place to turn to for affordable finds.Laura Jackson, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
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But the four-time NFL MVP tore his left Achilles tendon four snaps into the 2023 season opener and the Jets never recovered, finishing 7-10.Dennis Waszak Jr., Twin Cities, 19 Nov. 2024
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Unfortunately, things go from dire to actually tragic when Chloe, who’d been recovering from surgery, suddenly spikes her potassium levels and starts coding.Laura Bradley, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2024
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Another share price slump ensued followed by another partial recovery later.Gaurav Sharma, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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In an election seen as a referendum on the city’s post-pandemic struggles with homelessness and street crime, Lurie pitched himself as a change agent who could lead San Francisco into an era of recovery.Hannah Wiley, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024
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Money raised from Arizona lottery games goes toward funding higher education, health and human services, environmental conservation and economic and business development in the state.Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 20 Nov. 2024
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Eric Lafforgue/Art in All of Us/Corbis via Getty Images Listing them under the Endangered Species Act would also increase funding for species conservation in range countries and for research efforts to address conservation.Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 20 Nov. 2024
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Reaction time can save you from a collision and will reduce frequent or sudden breaking, which will lower your stress and that of the drivers behind you.Glen Koen, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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To save time and avoid missteps, consult local talent for guidance on practices and processes.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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The Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District is dedicated to the protection and conservation of groundwater resources in Bastrop and Lee counties.Claire Marks, Austin American-Statesman, 28 Nov. 2024
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An investigation into last year’s incident by the local government found the company which hosted the show had not obtained prior approval from authorities and failed to provide essential safety protection and emergency measures during the performance.Nectar Gan, CNN, 28 Nov. 2024
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“Salvage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salvage. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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