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delivery

[dɪˈlɪvəri]

delivery Definition

  • 1the action of delivering letters, parcels, or goods to someone
  • 2the process of giving birth
  • 3the manner or style of giving a speech or performance

Using delivery: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "delivery" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The delivery of the package was delayed due to bad weather.

  • Example

    She had a difficult delivery and needed medical attention.

  • Example

    His delivery during the speech was confident and engaging.

  • Example

    The restaurant offers free delivery for orders over $50.

  • Example

    The delivery of the song was emotional and powerful.

delivery Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for delivery

Antonyms for delivery

Idioms Using delivery

  • signed, sealed, and delivered

    completed successfully and with all necessary formalities

    Example

    The contract is signed, sealed, and delivered, and we can now move forward with the project.

  • an urgent or important delivery that is given priority over others

    Example

    The package was marked as special delivery and arrived within hours.

  • the act of delivering something punctually

    Example

    The company prides itself on its delivery on time policy.

Phrases with delivery

  • to receive something that has been delivered

    Example

    We are expecting to take delivery of the new furniture next week.

  • a room in a hospital where women give birth

    Example

    Only the mother and medical staff are allowed in the delivery room during childbirth.

  • a person who delivers goods to customers

    Example

    The delivery driver dropped off the package at my doorstep.

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Summary: delivery in Brief

Delivery [dɪˈlɪvəri] refers to the act of bringing letters, parcels, or goods to someone, or the process of giving birth. It also encompasses the manner or style of giving a speech or performance. Examples include 'The delivery of the package was delayed due to bad weather,' and 'His delivery during the speech was confident and engaging.' Phrases like 'take delivery of' and idioms like 'signed, sealed, and delivered' add nuance to the term.

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