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as in to save
to free from the penalties or consequences of sin deliver us from evil

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as in to rescue
to remove from danger or harm the passengers waited for the rescue ship to come and deliver them

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as in to indulge
to give (oneself) over to something especially unrestrainedly deeply dissatisfied with his dissolute lifestyle, he resolved to deliver himself over to the ways of the Lord

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How does the verb deliver contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of deliver are ransom, reclaim, redeem, rescue, and save. While all these words mean "to set free from confinement or danger," deliver implies release usually of a person from confinement, temptation, slavery, or suffering.

delivered his people from bondage

When can ransom be used instead of deliver?

The words ransom and deliver are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, ransom specifically applies to buying out of captivity.

tried to ransom the kidnap victim

Where would reclaim be a reasonable alternative to deliver?

In some situations, the words reclaim and deliver are roughly equivalent. However, reclaim suggests a bringing back to a former state or condition of someone or something abandoned or debased.

reclaimed long-abandoned farms

When is it sensible to use redeem instead of deliver?

The synonyms redeem and deliver are sometimes interchangeable, but redeem implies releasing from bondage or penalties by giving what is demanded or necessary.

job training designed to redeem school dropouts from chronic unemployment

In what contexts can rescue take the place of deliver?

The words rescue and deliver can be used in similar contexts, but rescue implies freeing from imminent danger by prompt or vigorous action.

rescued the crew of a sinking ship

When could save be used to replace deliver?

Although the words save and deliver have much in common, save may replace any of the foregoing terms; it may further imply a preserving or maintaining for usefulness or continued existence.

an operation that saved my life

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of deliver Nearly one-third of all cargo containers delivered to the U.S. travel through Los Angeles and Long Beach. Caroline Petrow-Cohen, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2025 In previous years, Megill delivered successful first months but failed to parlay them into anything more. Tim Britton, New York Times, 3 May 2025 Dolan has been seen as Trump’s preferred cardinal and delivered traditional prayers at both of his inaugurations. Rebecca Schneid, Time, 3 May 2025 But after such a storming end to the league campaign and scoring 30 goals without reply on the four-game route to the final, Wrexham’s women are hopeful of delivering their half of a notable club double. Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for deliver
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliver
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  • To say that is an insult to the years of painful work my wife has done to save herself.
    Jay Stahl, USA Today, 17 May 2025
  • America’s millionaires are now mostly on the coasts, in states with expensive real estate and high income jobs that generate more possibilities to save and invest.
    Mark Dent, HubSpot, 16 May 2025
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  • Sandra Oh and more, the new Smurfs will follow the residents of Smurf Village banding together to rescue Papa Smurf after he is captured by an evil wizard.
    Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 16 May 2025
  • The Browns may have an opportunity to rescue themselves from a similar abyss.
    Jeff Howe, New York Times, 16 May 2025
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  • Last year, Sabalenka relinquished the Madrid Open title to Iga Świątek in the best WTA Tour match of the season.
    Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 3 May 2025
  • In the past month, many of these universities have been ordered to relinquish their academic independence, stripped of federal funds, had their students seized on the streets, and watched as faculty have begun an exodus to foreign academic institutions beyond the reach of the U.S. government.
    Drew Bernstein, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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  • The information and opinions contained in this article are provided by the author and have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed.
    William Jones, USA Today, 15 May 2025
  • Temporary housing assistance for the residents was provided by Hanover Township Emergency Services.
    Courier-News, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
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  • Matthews left open the possibility of appearances of CNBC figures, as that network also will be part of the Comcast spinoff.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 5 May 2025
  • Kelvin’s sexuality is accepted with an ease that may be surprising for a group of red state evangelicals, but leaves every Gemstone child in a happy, healthy, stable relationship.
    Alison Herman, Variety, 5 May 2025
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  • Proposition 48 intended to strengthen academic requirements and ensure that college athletes have the academic skills to succeed in college courses.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 5 May 2025
  • The sisters have succeeded in honoring the histories of some great American musical genres without being afraid to finding their own approach to a familiar sound.
    Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 2 May 2025
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  • Decades of neoliberalism have produced communities in despair, disconnected from prosperity and too often ignored by our most powerful institutions.
    Lynn Forester de Rothschild, Time, 11 May 2025
  • Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2025
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  • Parents can unwind with cocktails poolside or indulge at the spa while little ones immerse themselves in the SoBe Kids Club, designed for ages four to 12.
    Katie Lara, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
  • The Santa Monica pad existed mainly as the ultimate clubhouse, a place where Jimmy and a dozen or so regulars could indulge their obsession with padel.
    David T. Friendly, Air Mail, 10 May 2025

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“Deliver.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliver. Accessed 20 May. 2025.

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