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as in doubt
a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something
despite my reservations, we hired the young teen as a babysitter
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as in provision
something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends
gave us his approval without any reservations
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Recent Examples of reservation
Upon arrival for their reservation, users must provide a valid state photo ID and sign a waiver.
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Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2025
Several more moderate Republicans had reservations about the cuts to Medicaid health care and the loss of green energy credits that could derail solar, wind and other renewable projects in their districts.
—Leah Askarinam, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2025
Book a water view room for the night, make a reservation on the Harborwalk Terrace or on the Sea Grille patio to catch the fireworks while listening to Soul Monstahs performing on a barge during the property’s Summer in the City series.
—Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Make a reservation ahead of time to ensure a seat at the bar or in the recesses of one of the semi-circle booths.
—Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 June 2025
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Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2025
Several more moderate Republicans had reservations about the cuts to Medicaid health care and the loss of green energy credits that could derail solar, wind and other renewable projects in their districts.
—Leah Askarinam, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2025
Book a water view room for the night, make a reservation on the Harborwalk Terrace or on the Sea Grille patio to catch the fireworks while listening to Soul Monstahs performing on a barge during the property’s Summer in the City series.
—Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Make a reservation ahead of time to ensure a seat at the bar or in the recesses of one of the semi-circle booths.
—Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reservation
Noun
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There was always a little bit of doubt there, even from the beginning.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
4 July 2025
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Given today’s network of satellites and temperature sensors, when could scientists have first known, beyond a reasonable doubt, that increases in atmospheric CO2 from fossil fuel burning and land use change were altering our global climate?—
Ben Santer,
Scientific American,
4 July 2025
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Revoking California’s waivers Under a provision of the Clean Air Act, California has the power to set vehicle-emission standards that are stricter than federal regulations.—
Elizabeth Kolbert,
New Yorker,
7 July 2025
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As Republican politicians worked to put their budget bill together, many promised to include the provision.—
Alicia Adamczyk,
Fortune,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Many in Trump's cabinet have previously expressed concern over the implications of an overly strong dollar, and skepticism regarding its status as the world's reserve currency.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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The lack of trust and growing skepticism about Netanyahu’s intentions are reflected in the dwindling public approval among Israelis.—
Ayelet Gundar-Goshen,
Time,
7 July 2025
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But that all changed in June, when the body overseeing the program -- the National Telecommunications and Information Administration -- sent out a policy notice changing the program's requirements, including removing climate resiliency and middle-class affordability mandates.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
8 July 2025
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The court found that the Legislature was violating the state constitution’s requirement that any laws pass both houses of the Legislature and be presented to the governor.—
Scott Bauer,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Dexter stalks his next victim (Marc Menchaca) — a killer who targets ride-share drivers — while the ghost of his father Harry (James Remar) urges him to be careful, and a fidgety Harrison tries to evade police suspicions.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
10 July 2025
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That new regime’s anti-Western stance put it on a path to conflict with the United States and Israel, and created their long-standing suspicion that Iran’s nuclear program was not purely civilian, as Tehran claimed, but also involved clandestine efforts to develop weapons.—
Roya Hakakian,
The Atlantic,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Talking with detainees about living conditions is the most important part of a tour, Eskamani said.—
Kairi Lowery,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 July 2025
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Breidenbach told the Statesman that conditions are forecasted to remain relatively hot and dry for the rest of the summer.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
12 July 2025
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Despite the downturn and uncertainty about the future, linear networks continue to throw off significant cash with a sheer tonnage of content that continues to support the overall ecosystem.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
8 July 2025
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But with so much uncertainty hanging over consumer brands and over consumer spending right now, Prime Day 2025 feels like the most unpredictable Prime Day ever.—
Jason Del Rey,
Fortune,
8 July 2025
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There is also no stipulation in Kohberger’s plea agreement to prevent him from doing interviews with media or writing a book.—
Taylor Romine,
CNN Money,
3 July 2025
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Day, who plays Charlie Kelly on the sitcom, said there were no off-limits stipulations from the network.—
Carson Blackwelder,
People.com,
3 July 2025
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“Reservation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reservation. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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