Deliverance
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Figurative Use
Can symbolize emotional or spiritual release, not just physical rescue. After the verdict, the accused felt a sense of deliverance from all the accusations.
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Positive Connotation
Implies a positive outcome such as relief, often used in hopeful or optimistic contexts. The villagers celebrated the deliverance of their lands from the flood waters.
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Dramatic Scenarios
Often used in narratives or news about overcoming extreme situations. The deliverance of the miners was nothing short of miraculous.