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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 relinquish
to give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress
delivered up the ransom money
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as in to provide
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
the inn endeavors to deliver the luxuries that its well-heeled guests have come to expect
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as in to leave
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
delivered the prisoners to the sheriff
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as in to succeed
to turn out as planned or desired
finally, a summer blockbuster that delivers
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as in to produce
to bring forth from the womb
she delivered four healthy babies
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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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Recent Examples of deliver
Nearly one-third of all cargo containers delivered to the U.S. travel through Los Angeles and Long Beach.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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