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hold someone or something in reserve and keep someone or something in reserve Fig. to hold back someone or something for future needs. I am holding the frozen desserts in reserve, in case we run out of cake. We are holding Sharon in reserve. Keep a few good players in reserve. reserve something for someone or something to save or set aside something for someone or something. I am reserving this seat for Claire. We are reserving some of the cake for tomorrow. in reserve available for use if needed I know how much money I will earn, how much I can spend, and what I need to keep in reserve. |
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