reserve

Definition

  • verb: to make arrangements so that you will be able to use or have (something, such as a room, table, or seat) at a later time
  • verb: to hold in reserve
  • often plural
  • synonyms: keep, retain, except

Examples

  • She spoke in a tone of voice that she usually 'reserved' for her students. [=that she usually only used for her students]

  • I will 'reserve judgment' [=will not make a judgment/decision] until I know the full story.

  • We 'reserve' the right to make further changes to the agreement if necessary.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) what he needs from you is an import license. And why would we want to weaponize this material? As a deterrent. A silver bullet to keep in reserve to use against the Kryptonians. So, the day doesn't come, Madame. when your children are waving daisies at a reviewing stand. Last I looked, (..)
    2016 Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice