Answer: saveface

AnswerCrossword Clue
SAVEFACE

Preserve some dignity

SAVEFACE

Not look bad

SAVEFACE

Retain some dignity

SAVEFACE
Avoid humiliation
SAVEFACE
Manage to avoid embarrassment
SAVEFACEAvoid embarrassment
SAVEFACEPreserve prestige.
SAVEFACEMake excuses, maybe
SAVEFACEAvoid shame