Meaning of save the day | Babel Free

Definitions

To rescue a person or situation from imminent danger or major failure.

humorous, idiomatic, sometimes

Equivalents

Examples

“[H]e acted as chief of staff to General Rosecranz, aiding his superior officer at a most critical point in the battle by advice which had an important influence in saving the day.”

““It's Paddy,” cried Craig. “If he can bring them all out safely without the loss of a life he'll save the day yet.””

“An effective vaccine would save the day and last year researchers at Yale were reporting some progress.”

“Maybe a strapping woodsman will come along and save the day.”

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