lifesaving
Americanadjective
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(especially of a medical treatment or facility) preventing deaths.
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used in rescuing people who are in danger of drowning.
noun
Example Sentences
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"Runner," an action comedy led by Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson, debuted in fourth place, with the heroes fighting a cartel to get a sick young girl a lifesaving organ transplant.
From Barron's ● Sep. 13, 2026
Our creativity and innovation, how we made music and movies and clothes and vaccines and lifesaving drugs and consumer goods revered the world over.
From Slate ● Sep. 11, 2026
"I am extremely proud of and grateful for their vital lifesaving work that meant 389 families welcomed their loved one homes safely last year."
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
“Medical personnel attempted lifesaving measures, but the suspect was pronounced deceased at the scene,” the department said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026
Usually, anyone working near radiation would be required to carry this potentially lifesaving device.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
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