save
n. countablen. the act of stopping a ball or puck from going into the goal during a game. It can also mean the act of storing data on a computer so you do not lose it.
n. an instance of preventing an opponent from scoring in a sporting contest, or the action of writing data to a storage medium. Often used in sports contexts to describe a goalkeeper's successful intervention.
The goalkeeper made an amazing save in the final minute.
After the goalkeeper made a diving save, the crowd cheered loudly for the home team.
The veteran goalie's spectacular save preserved the narrow lead, demonstrating the quick reflexes that have defined his career in professional hockey.
Commonly used in sports like soccer, hockey, and baseball, as well as in digital computing contexts.
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save by the bell
To rescue or favorably assist (someone) by means of a timely interruption or the sudden termination of difficult circumstances.
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save face
To take an action or make a gesture intended to preserve one's reputation or honour.
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save for a rainy day
To keep some money back for possible expensive problems in the future.