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Saving grace
01
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
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saving graces
02
a redeeming quality or factor that prevents a situation or outcome from being completely negative or disastrous
Examples
Her sense of humor was the saving grace in an otherwise awkward conversation.
