deliver the goods

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Definition of deliver the goodsnext

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Recent Examples of deliver the goods Frankel is nothing if not wise to her brand, and unflinchingly aware of how to deliver the goods to her audience. — Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026 Regardless, Braxton listeners with a fondness for his grittier, more compact work should find that Splayed Werks delivers the goods without feeling like a step back. — Reed Jackson, SPIN, 24 Aug. 2026 There’s a lot of faith in John Mateer to deliver the goods for the Sooners. — Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Except there’s a difference between being knowingly ridiculous and being no longer capable of delivering the goods. — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 18 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliver the goods
Phrase
  • The effort, which didn’t bear fruit, has been a big drag on Netflix’s stock of late.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2026
  • That means the investment being made into the roster’s youngsters needs to bear fruit at some point in the final 12 games, producing a win.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2026
Phrase
  • Typically, a puncture can trigger a dangerous chain reaction in a lithium-ion battery, leading it to catch fire or explode.
    — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026
  • To ensure nothing would catch fire when used inside a residence, Viridi’s system had to pass a test where the battery was forced to fail while a cheesecloth covered the container.
    — Jennifer McDermott, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026

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“Deliver the goods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliver%20the%20goods. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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