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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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Asking someone for something and then not delivering quickly is the ultimate momentum killer.
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Shoeb Javed, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Still, those overseas numbers could keep delivering even as competition enters the marketplace, and a soft $600+ million avoids red ink, from a box office perspective.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Competing With Startups Traditional service providers are competing with agile fintech startups that excel in delivering innovative, client-friendly services at lower costs.
—Babu Sivadasan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
To address this, companies must focus on delivering consistent value—through ongoing updates, customer support and engagement strategies—ensuring users see the benefit of staying subscribed, thereby reducing churn and increasing loyalty.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Phillips and his co-writer Scott Silver have tried to do something daring here, by delivering a somber movie that in no way tries to top its predecessor.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
One reason is that grants tend to go to organizations with little experience or track record building programs or delivering services, but which are excellent at writing government grants.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Leaders with high emotional intelligence can effectively navigate the complex emotions associated with feedback, delivering it empathetically and fostering a supportive environment.
—Dr. Flo Falayi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Shoeb Javed, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Still, those overseas numbers could keep delivering even as competition enters the marketplace, and a soft $600+ million avoids red ink, from a box office perspective.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Competing With Startups Traditional service providers are competing with agile fintech startups that excel in delivering innovative, client-friendly services at lower costs.
—Babu Sivadasan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
To address this, companies must focus on delivering consistent value—through ongoing updates, customer support and engagement strategies—ensuring users see the benefit of staying subscribed, thereby reducing churn and increasing loyalty.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Phillips and his co-writer Scott Silver have tried to do something daring here, by delivering a somber movie that in no way tries to top its predecessor.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
One reason is that grants tend to go to organizations with little experience or track record building programs or delivering services, but which are excellent at writing government grants.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Leaders with high emotional intelligence can effectively navigate the complex emotions associated with feedback, delivering it empathetically and fostering a supportive environment.
—Dr. Flo Falayi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delivering
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Chad Arnold is in charge of a team who has spent much of the last week rescuing people in the mountains of North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene.Michelle Boudin, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
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Officials in Clearwater, further south along Florida’s Gulf Coast, also feared the worst after seeing overnight footage of first responders rescuing elderly locals in knee-deep flood water.Melissa Chan, NBC News, 27 Sep. 2024
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This question is crucial because selling means relinquishing decision-making power and the identity tied to your business.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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This strategy enables couples to utilize their exemption without relinquishing indirect access to the funds, as the beneficiary spouse can still benefit from the of the assets of the settlor spouse.Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Efforts to close this gap have often centred on increasing awareness and providing role models, but these approaches alone have not been sufficient.Kath Mackay, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Best Camping Tent Deals A good tent can elevate your camping adventures beyond just providing shelter.Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2024
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Clampdown on press freedom in Cambodia Rights groups say Cambodia’s once thriving media sector has been decimated in recent years by former strongman Hun Sen, who ruled the country for more than three decades before handing power to his eldest son Hun Manet in 2022.Helen Regan, CNN, 3 Oct. 2024
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After handing Common the award, the two shared a kiss, prompting cheers in the studio.Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
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Each of these b-girls have more words of advice and encouragement for the next generation than can be relayed here, ranging from overcoming fear, to succeeding in life in a well-rounded way, to enjoying the process, having fun, and being in the moment.Jason Pu, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Although Mayo is off to a 1-3 start, Edelman argues that the Patriots' isn't the best one when factoring in their personnel and the fact that the first-year head coach is succeeding arguably the best ever in Bill Belichick.DJ Siddiqi, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Ronan’s experience filming Blitz couldn’t have been further from the hurdles of producing an indie like The Outrun from the ground up, but both films represent transitional roles for an actor who audiences have watched grow up onscreen for the past two decades.Keaton Bell, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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Hiring was more muted across goods-producing industries.Alicia Wallace, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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But doing it too much and indulging to much could be a reason to evaluate the motive.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Oct. 2024
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Those indulging on social media often post photos to track their progress (again, these links are NSFW).Mikelle Street, Them, 9 Oct. 2024
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The flooding swept away 11 of the plastics facility’s employees, leaving two of them confirmed dead and four still missing, The Associated Press reported.Ashley R. Williams, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Vikings-Jets Three undefeated teams lost last week leaving the Vikings and Chiefs remaining at 4-0.Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Delivering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delivering. Accessed 20 Nov. 2024.
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