Saving grace Meaning in English
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Definition
A 'saving grace' is the one good quality or positive aspect in an otherwise bad or unpleasant situation. It makes something a little better or prevents it from being completely negative.
Usage & Nuances
'Saving grace' is semi-formal and often used for situations, projects, or people where most things are negative except one positive feature. Common collocations: 'the only saving grace', 'her saving grace'. Not used for major things that completely change a situation.
Example Sentences
The playground's only saving grace is the big shade tree.
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His kindness was her saving grace during hard times.
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The movie was boring, but the music was its saving grace.
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My job is stressful; the flexible hours are the only saving grace.
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Sarah doesn’t like the city, but her friends are her saving grace.
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The party was a disaster; the dessert table was its saving grace.
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