entrusts

verb

variants also intrusts
Definition of entrustsnext
present tense third-person singular of entrust
1
as in tasks
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to we entrusted our financial adviser with the investment of all of our savings

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2
as in leaves
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another we entrusted our pets to the care of our neighbor while we went on vacation

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entrusts
  1. leaves
  2. gives
  3. commits
  4. recommends
Verb
  • Often, the high-pressure environment of constant approvals leaves little room for reflection on the broader portfolio’s feasibility or alignment.
    Barry Cousins, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The medium-length and smooth finish leaves a lingering impression of vanilla, caramel, and oak.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of leaves
Verb
  • The Discovery Set gives an introduction to the brand’s three-step regimen, and helps to reduce redness, inflammation and improve hydration.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In short, the super-powered face serum gives skin an energy boost with its breakthrough technology that helps skin act younger.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of gives
Verb
  • Guarding the goal, a player commits a foul or a handball, resulting in a penalty kick to the opposition.
    Henry Flynn, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Myers commits to his characters — fully embodying such memorable personae as Wayne Campbell, Austin Powers, and Shrek, among countless others — and is willing to fight for the smallest details.
    Jesse David Fox, Vulture, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of commits
Verb
  • Jonathan also recommends that viewers find unique, unused spaces in their homes to use as staging sites for fun holiday scenes.
    Tabitha Parent, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Phipps personally recommends using a combination of almond flour and oat flour.
    Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of recommends
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