to spare
The phrase "to spare" often implies having something extra or choosing not to use something fully.
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Definition
B1General
(common)Still available or left over after what is needed has been used.
Example
- We paid our bills and still had money to spare.
B1General
(common)To give or provide something that is extra or not currently needed.
Example
- Can you spare a few minutes to help me?
B2General
(common)To refrain from harming, punishing, or causing distress.
Example
- They asked him to spare the women and children.
B2General
(common)To save someone from experiencing something unpleasant.
Example
- Please spare me the details.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "to spare":