pull off a save

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To succeed in making a difficult or impressive save.

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  • The goalkeeper managed to pull off a spectacular save in the final minutes.
  • It takes immense skill to pull off such a crucial save under pressure.
  • Can he pull off another incredible save to keep them in the game?
  • She had to pull off a diving save to deny the opponent.
  • The defender's quick thinking helped the goalie pull off a vital save.
  • If they want to win, the team needs their keeper to pull off a heroic save.
  • Despite the odds, he was able to pull off an impossible save.
  • The crowd erupted when the young goalie pulled off a game-changing save.
  • To pull off a save of that magnitude requires years of practice.
  • His ability to pull off unexpected saves makes him a valuable asset.