Meaning & use
deliverance
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The act of being rescued or set free from danger, captivity, or hardship.
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The villagers prayed for deliverance from the ongoing drought.
For the hostages, the raid brought sudden deliverance after weeks of captivity.
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Often carries a spiritual or dramatic tone, especially in religious contexts, and is more formal than everyday words like 'rescue.'
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