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as in rescues
to remove from danger or harm
the passengers waited for the rescue ship to come and deliver them
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as in relinquishes
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 provides
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 gives
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
delivered the prisoners to the sheriff
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as in succeeds
to turn out as planned or desired
finally, a summer blockbuster that delivers
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as in produces
to bring forth from the womb
she delivered four healthy babies
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as in indulges
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 delivers
Researchers say the system delivers an unusually realistic driving experience.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
The slogan delivers, and locals and tourists alike pack the narrow dining room every day of the week.
—Becky Duffett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Another standout, silymarin (which is extracted from milk thistle, a plant related to daisies and ragweeds), helps prevent oil oxidation—the culprit behind clogged pores and early signs of aging—while salicylic acid delivers gentle, pore-clearing exfoliation for a clearer complexion over time.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
From electrifying performances by the sport’s biggest stars to unpredictable, edge-of-your-seat matchups and dramatic comeback victories, the World Baseball Classic delivers some of the most unforgettable moments in the game.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
The film, which had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, delivers an insider’s view of the impact of Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine on the lives of Russia’s children.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
This supplier network works for large and demanding customers and therefore delivers production at a very high level.
—CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
But beyond its ideal location, the property delivers top cuisine (Level III Restaurant), creative cocktails (Level III Bar) and a sleek space to work on your cardio (a state-of-the-art fitness center).
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The gap between what science demands and what politics delivers remains dangerously wide.
—Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, Time, 20 Jan. 2026
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
The slogan delivers, and locals and tourists alike pack the narrow dining room every day of the week.
—Becky Duffett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Another standout, silymarin (which is extracted from milk thistle, a plant related to daisies and ragweeds), helps prevent oil oxidation—the culprit behind clogged pores and early signs of aging—while salicylic acid delivers gentle, pore-clearing exfoliation for a clearer complexion over time.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
From electrifying performances by the sport’s biggest stars to unpredictable, edge-of-your-seat matchups and dramatic comeback victories, the World Baseball Classic delivers some of the most unforgettable moments in the game.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
The film, which had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, delivers an insider’s view of the impact of Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine on the lives of Russia’s children.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
This supplier network works for large and demanding customers and therefore delivers production at a very high level.
—CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
But beyond its ideal location, the property delivers top cuisine (Level III Restaurant), creative cocktails (Level III Bar) and a sleek space to work on your cardio (a state-of-the-art fitness center).
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The gap between what science demands and what politics delivers remains dangerously wide.
—Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, Time, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delivers
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Because they are considered low-impact, Type II actions are exempt from the full SEQRA environmental review process, which saves time and reduces bureaucratic hurdles.—
Carlina Rivera,
New York Daily News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Be more human while AI handles production Use the time AI saves to develop fascinating hobbies and stories.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Bradford rescues her from that nightmare, and with that, their on-again, off-again romance became the relationship most Rookie fans root for.—
Tanya Melendez,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Jan. 2026
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But then Hopper develops a conscience and rescues the poor kid, but not before Scarface shows up and captures them both.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
31 Dec. 2025
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Could this be the anarchic mind that emerges when the ego relinquishes its hold?—
Michael Pollan,
The Atlantic,
26 Jan. 2026
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If a player chooses not to negotiate with the Panthers, that player will be unable to sign elsewhere, unless Carolina relinquishes his rights by not offering him a tender.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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The company provides fabrication, installation and tower services for broadcast, cellular, railroad and wind industries, according to its website.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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The program trains officers to recognize certain personality types and provides techniques for de-escalation without physical conflict.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
31 Jan. 2026
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Directly across from the hotel, guests can walk to a lift that gives them immediate access to Andermatt’s 112 miles of slopes—enough to keep you fully immersed in the winter wonderland for days on end.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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Align with what actually uplevels you, not what confirms bias, is rage bait, or just gives a dopamine hit.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2026
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What succeeds Khamenei would likely be worse, as one man is not the entire Iranian system alone.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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This happens often enough when one administration succeeds another, to be sure, with the new team insisting that its predecessors were idiots, but the Hegseth Pentagon carries such insults to a new level.—
Eliot A. Cohen,
The Atlantic,
29 Jan. 2026
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However, the 2026 version, while air-cooled and still using pushrod valve actuation like the original, uses fuel injection instead of a carburetor and modern construction, and likely produces twice the power of the original, including 120 pound-feet of torque.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Musk said the Fremont, California, factory that currently produces the two models will be repurposed.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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Evolution occasionally indulges us with organisms that seem too cool or too scary to be true, like something out of a science fiction film.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Jan. 2026
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As for Princess Lilibet, 4, her mother indulges one of her current interests.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
3 Dec. 2025
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“Delivers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delivers. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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