rescue
verb (used with object)
to free or deliver from confinement, danger, or difficulty: She rescued me from an awkward conversation.
rescuer
-
a word derived from
rescue.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Temperatures that morning had fallen to -12C, a mountain rescuer told German Press Agency DPA.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026
The figure was decided upon after factoring in the weight of the rescuer, stretcher and other kit that would add to the combined total.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
The rescuer who was killed was just 18 years old, according to his civil defence organisation which is affiliated with the Amal movement, a political ally of Hezbollah.
From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026
Ms. Eubanks was compelled to assume the role of rescuer, both because she loved him and because there was nobody else to fill the position.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
Nausicaä, for so the girl was called, never imagined the next morning that she was to play the part of rescuer to a hero.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
