reserves

[US]/[rɪˈzɜːvz]/
[UK]/[rɪˈzɜːrvz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To set aside for future use.; To keep back for a future occasion.; To book or reserve something, especially a seat or table.
n.A stock of or supply of something.; A protected area where animals or plants are protected from exploitation.; A seat or row of seats set aside for a particular group of people.

Phrases & Collocations

reserves water

reserve funds

natural reserves

reserves power

reserve seat

reserves policy

reserves area

reserves stock

Example Sentences

the company maintains large reserves of oil in the middle east.

we need to build up our financial reserves for unexpected expenses.

the team has several players in reserve to cover injuries.

the forest reserves are protected areas for wildlife conservation.

she kept a reserve of kindness despite the difficult situation.

the central bank holds foreign currency reserves to stabilize the economy.

he showed a reserve in expressing his feelings openly.

the park has a natural reserve for endangered species.

the water reserves in the lake are dwindling due to drought.

they have a reserve supply of food in case of emergency.

the country's gold reserves are among the largest in the world.

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