safe return
noun
: the act of taking someone or something back to the proper place completely unharmed
—+ of
The mother demanded a safe return of her child.
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The document touches on most of the highlights of the peace deal Congo and Rwanda signed on June 27, including the protection and safe return of millions who fled the conflict.
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Arkansas Online, 20 July 2025
After Suzanne vanished, Barry posted an emotional video online pleading for her safe return, along with the FBI tip line number and the promise of a $200,000 reward.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 10 May 2025
The department asserted that Haiti’s conditions have improved enough to permit safe return.
Q: Is Haiti really safe to return to?
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
Albert Estrada, an athletic and charming teen, knelt in his living room as his mother blessed him repeatedly and prayed for his safe return.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2025
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Arkansas Online, 20 July 2025
After Suzanne vanished, Barry posted an emotional video online pleading for her safe return, along with the FBI tip line number and the promise of a $200,000 reward.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 10 May 2025
The department asserted that Haiti’s conditions have improved enough to permit safe return.
Q: Is Haiti really safe to return to?
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
Albert Estrada, an athletic and charming teen, knelt in his living room as his mother blessed him repeatedly and prayed for his safe return.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for safe return
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“Safe return.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/safe%20return. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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