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face-saving definition

face·-saving (fās′sā′viŋ)

adjective

preserving or intended to preserve one's dignity, self-respect, or good reputation

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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