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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save up

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

"To save up that money I worked two days a week alongside my studies," he says.

From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026

Have you managed to save up for something or pay off debts - share your tips on how you did it.

From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026

He estimates the tune-up can help a household save up to 15% on an electric bill, “especially if coils are dirty and airflow is restricted,” Rogers said.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 29, 2026

If I can save up enough for a semester of lessons at the music school, then Mom and Dad would have to agree to let me take them.

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks