1
as in saving
to free from the penalties or consequences of sin
deliver us from evil
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2
as in rescuing
to remove from danger or harm
the passengers waited for the rescue ship to come and deliver them
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3
as in relinquishing
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 providing
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 handing
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
delivered the prisoners to the sheriff
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as in succeeding
to turn out as planned or desired
finally, a summer blockbuster that delivers
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as in producing
to bring forth from the womb
she delivered four healthy babies
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as in indulging
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 delivering
Georgia has emerged as one of the nation’s most pivotal battlegrounds, flipping to President Joe Biden in 2020 and back to Trump in 2024, and delivering Democrats two Senate seats, even as Republicans have held the governor’s mansion for over two decades.
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Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 16 Sep. 2025
The Roku 55-inch Pro Series TV keeps things simple while still delivering a cinematic punch and $300 discount.
—PC Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
The launch arrangement between Northrop and SpaceX abrogates NASA's preference to maintain two independent means of delivering supplies to the space station.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 15 Sep. 2025
This eliminates rolling resistance, delivering both speed and smoothness.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2025
Take the University of Manchester’s half a billion redevelopment, delivering roughly 3,300 modern beds with a clear focus on supportive, inclusive environments that enhance student well-being.
—Kira Golenko, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
From delivering disaster relief during devastating recent floods to investing in food banks, the business’ presence extends far beyond its checkout lines.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
As Mamdani was delivering his opening remarks, a man with a shirt that read Cuba and a Cuban flag approached the stage, yelling that Mamdani was a Communist.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
Novartis’s radioligand therapy targets mutations in tumors, delivering radiation only where it is needed, unlike ordinary radiotherapy which kills non-cancerous cells as well as cancerous ones.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 16 Sep. 2025
The Roku 55-inch Pro Series TV keeps things simple while still delivering a cinematic punch and $300 discount.
—PC Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
The launch arrangement between Northrop and SpaceX abrogates NASA's preference to maintain two independent means of delivering supplies to the space station.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 15 Sep. 2025
This eliminates rolling resistance, delivering both speed and smoothness.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2025
Take the University of Manchester’s half a billion redevelopment, delivering roughly 3,300 modern beds with a clear focus on supportive, inclusive environments that enhance student well-being.
—Kira Golenko, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
From delivering disaster relief during devastating recent floods to investing in food banks, the business’ presence extends far beyond its checkout lines.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
As Mamdani was delivering his opening remarks, a man with a shirt that read Cuba and a Cuban flag approached the stage, yelling that Mamdani was a Communist.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
Novartis’s radioligand therapy targets mutations in tumors, delivering radiation only where it is needed, unlike ordinary radiotherapy which kills non-cancerous cells as well as cancerous ones.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delivering
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Dan Gilroy Emmy-winning Andor writer Dan Gilroy penned an op-ed for Deadline in support of Kimmel while also saving some empathy for his Disney bosses.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
20 Sep. 2025
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Her longtime love for the odd kitchen tool wasn’t just about taste, but saving time, energy, and cleanup.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
20 Sep. 2025
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The documentary keeps wanting to treat Noam as just a father and grandfather rescuing his family, a reminder of the Israeli victims of 10/7 and the hostages still being held in Gaza.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Sep. 2025
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As for Troop 26, rescuing Troop 10’s former leader goes well beyond merit badge recognition.—
Kris Millgate,
Outdoor Life,
10 Sep. 2025
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Few believe Kim would countenance relinquishing his nuclear deterrence, given the fates of Libyan leader Colonel Muammar Gaddafi and Iraq’s Saddam Hussein, both toppled after abandoning their weapons programs.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
17 Sep. 2025
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The cost of obtaining them will very quickly amount to billions of dollars, which could force Musk to pay by relinquishing shares.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
5 Sep. 2025
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As the image of a college education providing the future to financial security has already started to show cracks, here is another — the top and bottom poverty rates by major.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Mara Roszak developed the RŌZ Evergreen Style Cream to use in place of traditional gels, providing light-to-medium hold with shea butter, hydrolyzed pea protein, and carnauba wax.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Becker caught each child, handing them off to a waiting officer and bystander.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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This year’s survey, in its 20th year, found that airports across the country had done a good job handing high volumes of travelers and that overall traveler satisfaction had increased.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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Currently Kering’s deputy CEO in charge of brand development, Bellettini was seated next to Cantino at a press briefing in March when Demna, the Georgian designer who had revved up Balenciaga, was revealed as Gucci’s next creative director, succeeding Sabato De Sarno.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
14 Sep. 2025
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Lagarde has herself been president of the European Central Bank since 2019, succeeding Draghi.—
David Doty,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Jack Cultivated a Tangible Vision Jack had a clear vision for producing a unique style of whiskey.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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That’s Liberty and the oil industry aim to survive for longer—fewer trucks, fewer rigs and fleets, fewer people, fewer emissions—fewer of everything, while producing the same or greater results.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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And, heck, even Friday, particularly with Travis Kelce indulging and inciting fans at Neo Quimica Arena with dance moves during warmups before the Chiefs took on the Los Angeles Chargers.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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This isn’t about indulging individual preferences, but rather maximizing human potential.—
Neil Henderson,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Delivering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delivering. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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