make a save

Frequency: 9.540.0 per million words

The most common verb used to indicate performing a save.

saveVERB + save (noun, in sports)

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Examples (10)

  • Casillas made a spectacular save in the final minutes.
  • The goalkeeper made a crucial save to keep their team in the game.
  • He consistently makes incredible saves during every match, earning him praise.
  • Despite the pressure, she managed to make a diving save and deny the opponent a goal.
  • The team celebrated wildly after their goalie made a penalty save during the shootout.
  • To make a save like that requires quick reflexes and excellent positioning.
  • The coach praised the young player for making a game-changing save that secured the victory.
  • If he doesn't make a save soon, they'll surely lose the game by a large margin.
  • Having made several key saves throughout the tournament, the goalie was named MVP.
  • Can you really make a save against such a powerful shot from that close range?