reserved

Example Sentences

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He reserved particular ire for Justices Neil Gorsuch and Amy Coney Barrett, both of whom he had appointed.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

But the directive reminds faculty that A-minuses should be considered “full mastery of the subject,” while A’s are reserved for “extraordinary distinction.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

At Stellantis headquarters, preferred parking is reserved for company-made cars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The first tickets will go on sale from April 2-6 in a presale window reserved only for locals in Southern California and Oklahoma.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

“It gladdens my heart to see you like this, Odilia. All grown up,” Papá whispered as I leaned in and allowed him to give me a small, reserved hug.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall