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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
Following someone’s suggestions delivers you to adventure's door under the Libra full moon.
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Usa Today, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Hranchuk, the consumer behavior expert and a professor at Brock University in Ontario, said the menu refresh can work if Panera simplifies its ordering process, delivers quality food and creates a consistent experience.
—St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Transitional outerwear also delivers, from suede bomber jackets in cobalt blue to powder-pink trenches.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Google Earbuds Deal The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are the first earbuds to feature a dedicated Google Tensor chip, which delivers twice the active noise cancellation power of the previous generation.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
Despite its flaws, the show delivers a satisfying and unexpected ending.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Constance Zimmer’s Ann Freeman — Carolyn’s mother — faces Gummer’s Caroline and delivers a line that cuts.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
While Fox News Radio delivers straight reporting, the service is likely to find a home on some of the conservative talk stations that are currently CBS News affiliates.
—Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2026
The design delivers greater durability than conventional systems.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2026
Usa Today, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Hranchuk, the consumer behavior expert and a professor at Brock University in Ontario, said the menu refresh can work if Panera simplifies its ordering process, delivers quality food and creates a consistent experience.
—St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Transitional outerwear also delivers, from suede bomber jackets in cobalt blue to powder-pink trenches.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Google Earbuds Deal The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are the first earbuds to feature a dedicated Google Tensor chip, which delivers twice the active noise cancellation power of the previous generation.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
Despite its flaws, the show delivers a satisfying and unexpected ending.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Constance Zimmer’s Ann Freeman — Carolyn’s mother — faces Gummer’s Caroline and delivers a line that cuts.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
While Fox News Radio delivers straight reporting, the service is likely to find a home on some of the conservative talk stations that are currently CBS News affiliates.
—Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2026
The design delivers greater durability than conventional systems.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delivers
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Building this into your trip early saves headaches later.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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Born with Down syndrome, the South Elgin resident saves his money to purchase toys for his local fire district’s Toys for Tots drive (Scooby-Doo puzzles and Hot Wheels featured prominently).—
Darcel Rockett,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Claire rescues Jamie from the clutches of Black Jack at Wentworth Prison.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
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But just as Montana’s arms are about to be sawed off, his machine-gunning partner bursts in and rescues him.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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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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Wesley Miller, who started 23 games at South Alabama over the past two years, provides depth at safety along with DeAndre Boykins, who is in his sixth season of college.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Flint’s Forest Rangers club provides outdoor educational programming for kids ages four to 12, and the whole family can mine for sapphires or take on the ropes course together.—
Julie Bielenberg,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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This kit gives you the tools to protect yourself and your loved ones — especially vulnerable groups like children, older adults, and those with chronic conditions.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Those are two key factors courts weigh in issuing TROs, after which a judge gives a fuller consideration as the legal process plays out.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2026
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McIntyre succeeds Andy Schneider, who left the role last September to become CEO of Horizon Air, Alaska’s regional affiliate.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
3 Apr. 2026
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And if the Doral venue succeeds, there’s a strong chance the brand will expand further.—
Connie Ogle
April 3,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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That’s the group that produces the festival.—
Adam Bell
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Film Independent produces the annual Film Independent Spirit Awards and has spent more than four decades championing independent storytelling.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
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Her girlfriend — a writer who understands the emotional and mental demands of creating — indulges her interests.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 Apr. 2026
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Chris is a freelance journalist who, when not writing, skywatching or playing games, indulges his taste for horror, sci-fi and the post-apocalyptic.—
Chris McMullen,
Space.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Delivers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delivers. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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