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saved

v.
A2 Elementary US //ˈseɪvd// UK //sˈeɪvd// saved

v. to keep something for later or to stop someone from being in danger. You use this when you put money in a bank or help someone in a bad situation.

v. to rescue someone or something from harm or danger; to set aside money or resources for future use. Transitive — requires a direct object.


SIMPLE

She saved some money to buy a new car.

CONTEXTUAL

The lifeguard jumped into the pool and saved the child from drowning.

COMPLEX

By implementing more efficient cooling systems, the data center saved thousands of dollars in electricity costs while significantly reducing its carbon footprint.

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The verb is transitive and requires a direct object. When used for money or resources, it often takes the preposition 'for'.

Pitfall

I saved from the fireI was saved from the fireWhen the subject is the person being rescued, the passive voice 'was saved' must be used; otherwise, 'saved' requires an object.

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