In reserve

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Future Planning

Used to express setting something aside for situations that might happen later.

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I have some vacation days in reserve for a trip next year.

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Cautious Approach

Implies being careful by not using everything you have right away.

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Our team has strategies in reserve for the final quarter.

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Security Measure

Indicates holding back resources as a precaution to feel safer.

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The hospital keeps blood supplies in reserve for emergencies.

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