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as in saving
to free from the penalties or consequences of sin
deliver us from evil
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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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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
However, Musk is known for delivering bold statements and shifting timelines.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
Nationwide, with more than 3,000 robots delivering food between the two leading companies, the robots are gaining traction, visibility and some notoriety.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
The program, called Rx Kids, started in Flint two years ago and has grown to 29 Michigan communities — delivering nearly $24 million to more than 5,700 families.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Feb. 2026
The Uptown Penny Loafer Mule combines a grippy platform sole with a deep heel cup to provide optimal stability for hours-long wear, delivering the same comfort as if your foot were fully enclosed.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, first sang at the Super Bowl in 2020 alongside headliners Shakira and Jennifer Lopez in Miami, delivering an unforgettable performance that showcased Latin music’s might and rising mainstream success.
—Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
And those traditional soil tests use acids to extract phosphorus from the soil, delivering inaccurate findings of how much phosphorus plants can actually access.
—Dinesh Phuyal, The Conversation, 26 Jan. 2026
The challenge, however, is translating that intent into action while simultaneously delivering the rapid returns that executive leadership demands.
—Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
This model is delivering poor outcomes for both employers and job seekers.
—CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
Nationwide, with more than 3,000 robots delivering food between the two leading companies, the robots are gaining traction, visibility and some notoriety.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
The program, called Rx Kids, started in Flint two years ago and has grown to 29 Michigan communities — delivering nearly $24 million to more than 5,700 families.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Feb. 2026
The Uptown Penny Loafer Mule combines a grippy platform sole with a deep heel cup to provide optimal stability for hours-long wear, delivering the same comfort as if your foot were fully enclosed.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, first sang at the Super Bowl in 2020 alongside headliners Shakira and Jennifer Lopez in Miami, delivering an unforgettable performance that showcased Latin music’s might and rising mainstream success.
—Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
And those traditional soil tests use acids to extract phosphorus from the soil, delivering inaccurate findings of how much phosphorus plants can actually access.
—Dinesh Phuyal, The Conversation, 26 Jan. 2026
The challenge, however, is translating that intent into action while simultaneously delivering the rapid returns that executive leadership demands.
—Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
This model is delivering poor outcomes for both employers and job seekers.
—CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delivering
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The administration says this is a cost-saving solution for Americans at a time when rising energy bills are causing concern around the country.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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While putting a chair in a parking spot may seem like a simple gesture, saving spaces has created friction among residents.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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But Armenia didn’t need rescuing.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Brookhaven Police Department has earned a Compassionate Police Department Award from PETA in recognition of officers' swift response and professionalism in rescuing a 3-month-old puppy who was allegedly abused live on Twitch.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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The Buffalo Bills lasted seven weeks in the pole position before relinquishing the title to the Kansas City Chiefs.—
Scott Phillips,
New York Times,
5 Jan. 2026
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Hamas has shown no signs of relinquishing power or its weapons.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
30 Dec. 2025
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Defenseman Noah Hanifin added another when his shot got through Mads Sogaard and trickled over the goal line a bit later, providing some breathing room that proved necessary.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Some even attract animals and rodents by providing them with shelter.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
15 Feb. 2026
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Children were often seen handing the monks flowers, who in return gifted blessing strings.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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The singer grew up watching his idols win awards on television, and eventually, those idols began handing him the awards.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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Bob Iger, named chief executive in 2005 succeeding Michael Eisner, left abruptly in 2000 and then parks chief Bob Chapek stepped in.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
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Aside from contributing more tax money and stimulating the economy, O’Leary also reasoned that some billionaires are self-made and shouldn’t be punished for succeeding financially in their careers.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2026
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Notaro was also the person who first brought this idea to director Ryan White and his producing partner, Jessica Hargrave (Good Night Oppy).—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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With just a few supplies and some elbow grease, your ice maker will be back to producing fresh, clean ice in no time.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
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Valentine’s Day is all about indulging your senses, especially your sense of smell.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
3 Feb. 2026
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By indulging his endless, self-destructive reserves of contempt, Doug chances upon a truth, not unlike what Oliver Stone did with JFK.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Delivering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delivering. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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