Which word could best replace either of the underlined words in the paragraph?

"Everyone can go outside but you, Joshua. I have a note here from your mother about your cold," Mr. Tomlin explained. "I'm sorry, because I know it's hard to stay in when everyone gets to enjoy some fresh air save you. But maybe you and I can play a game of Tetris while the others are freezing to death out there?"


A.
about


B.
for


C.
with


D.
except


Underlined words are: but and save.