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💡 Collocations with “Save”

✔ Save money – keep money instead of spending it, especially for later.
Example: We scrimp and save to send our children to a private school.

✔ Save time – reduce the amount of time it takes to do something.
Example: Using shortcuts can really help you save time.

✔ Save energy – avoid wasting electricity, gas, or other forms of energy.
Example: Energy-saving features can reduce energy bills by 50%.

✔ Save space – use less physical space or make more room available.
Example: Space-saving furniture is ideal for small apartments.

✔ Save a life – prevent someone from dying or being killed.
Example: Doctors were unable to save her life.

✔ Save face – keep people’s respect for you and avoid embarrassment.
Example: The compromise allows both sides to save face.

✔ Save the planet – protect the Earth from harm or destruction.
Example: If you really want to save the planet, sell your car.

✔ Save the best for last – keep the most appealing thing until the end.
Example: I like to save the best for last when eating dessert.