This is the 2481st most frequent Chinese word.
挽救
To rescue or save.
In this sentence, '挽救' is used to refer to the act of attempting to save or rescue someone's life from a critical situation, emphasizing a significant and urgent effort.
医生尽力挽救病人的生命。
The doctor tried their best to save the patient's life.
Here, '挽救' is applied to the endeavor of preserving the company's reputation from potential damage, reflecting a metaphorical rescue of something intangible.
他们的努力挽救了公司的声誉。
Their efforts saved the company's reputation.
In this example, '挽救' is used to describe an intervention to protect endangered species, signifying an effort to prevent loss or extinction.