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n.

A redeeming quality, especially one that compensates for one's shortcomings: The scintillating conversation was the saving grace of a bad and overpriced meal.


 
 
WordNet: saving grace
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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who under such divine influence
  Synonyms: grace, state of grace


 
Wikipedia: Saving Grace

Saving Grace may refer to:

  • Grace, a concept in Christian soteriology with a variety of meanings.
  • Saving Grace (TV series), a 2007 television series airing on TNT starring Holly Hunter about a police detective given a chance at redemption by an angel.
  • Saving Grace (1985 film), a 1985 comedy film based on a novel by Celia Gittelson about a Pope traveling incognito and ending up involved with the people of a small village.
  • Saving Grace (1998 film), a 1998 New Zealand produced film based on a play by Duncan Sarkies about two lovers, one of whom claims to be Christ.
  • Saving Grace (2000 film), a 2000 film about a woman who, after her husband commits suicide, begins cultivating marijuana to pay her debts.
  • "Saving Grace" (song), a 2006 single by Tom Petty.

 
 

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