What does the cryptic crossword clue "Deliver key, entering street abroad (6)" mean?

The definition is "Deliver". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). ESC (synonym="‘escape’ key on a computer keyboard") in RUE (synonym="”street” in French") = RESCUE; definition: "Deliver" The answer is RESCUE.

Deliver key, entering street abroad (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29323 | 7 Down | 2024-03-06 flower

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