in reserve
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The government-backed mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are asking condominiums to set aside more of their budgets in reserve accounts that can be used to pay for capital projects.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
As of November, a total of 58 B-52Hs are in the military’s active force, with another 18 in reserve, according to the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
What's absolutely fascinating about this game is the options that Clarke has and the way he's talking about the utilisation of his bench, hinting that he might keep a heavy hitter in reserve.
From BBC ● Jun. 13, 2026
Its combat fleet also includes Russian MiG-29s and Belarusian Sukhoi Su-27s, most of which are inoperative or in reserve.
From Barron's ● Apr. 22, 2026
But good as it was, there was one more thing always held in reserve.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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