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save up

Idioms  
  1. Accumulate something for a particular purpose, as in Jan had been saving up her allowance for a new bicycle. [First half of 1800s]


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The government said some families would save up to £50 per child, but school wear suppliers have argued it could mean parents actually spend more in the long run.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

Traditionally, young adults have been likely to expect to rent during their early working years while they save up for a down payment to buy a home.

From MarketWatch Aug. 28, 2026

They save up so they can get away, but she says it is still hard to afford.

From BBC Aug. 11, 2026

So far this year, 211 different pitchers have recorded at least one save, up from 199 in 2019 as front offices rely more on data.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

If I were allowed to get a job, I could save up to buy this piano myself.

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks

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