as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return
offering a Caribbean vacation giveaway to the millionth customer
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as in to display
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the insincerity of his apology was given away by that slight smirk on his face
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as in to donate
to make a present of
gave away all her potted plants when she moved
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Recent Examples of giveaway
Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2025
He was even booed — briefly, and by a minority of fans — after a giveaway led to Vancouver’s only goal in a 6-1 Jets romp last week.
—Murat Ates, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Kerry A. Dolan, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2025
Our president gave away vital information to a billionaire who paid to help him get elected.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Their 20 total giveaways produced 37 points for the hosts.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2025
He was even booed — briefly, and by a minority of fans — after a giveaway led to Vancouver’s only goal in a 6-1 Jets romp last week.
—Murat Ates, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Verb
Over the previous decade, the couple’s foundation gave away about $29 million, per a Forbes review of its filings.
—Kerry A. Dolan, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2025
Our president gave away vital information to a billionaire who paid to help him get elected.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for giveaway
Noun
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Through the grace of God, everyone has specific gifts and talents.—
Gary Franks,
Hartford Courant,
14 Feb. 2025
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One of the gifts of being gay is the nonreproductive part.—
Jason Parham,
WIRED,
14 Feb. 2025
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Trump sends moon rock back to NASA that had been displayed in White House since 2021 Starliner astronauts 'focus on the now:' USA TODAY's exclusive interview with ISS crew NASA astronaut Suni Williams becomes woman with most hours spent on spacewalks When will the snow moon be visible?—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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For example, certain holidays and events, including Pride Month and Black History Month, are no longer displayed by default on the first day of the respective months, sparking some people to criticize the company on its message boards.—
Josh Campbell,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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According to the site, simply working on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, donating to Democrats, or even using pronouns in their bios was enough to land them on the list.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
7 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, Martini Golf donates 100,000 tees annually to veterans, adaptive golf programs and kids’ golf initiatives.—
Edgar Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2025
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The group has offered food, donations and faith services at different locations across Sacramento for about 15 years, said founder Kathryn Baldwin.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacramento Bee,
9 Feb. 2025
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The effort hopes to raise at least $5 million in the coming months through donations and an auction of animation memorabilia via Sotheby’s.—
Terry Flores,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2025
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In the series, it’s revealed that Gabby called an ex-boyfriend in the days leading up to her disappearance and on the day detectives think she was murdered.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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Her reporting revealed that he had previously been forced out of leadership positions in advocacy groups over allegations of financial mismanagement, sexist behavior and intoxication.—
Katie Robertson,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Grant and his dates will be volunteering at Vanderpump Dogs, the Bravolebrity’s non-profit rescue organization and doggie spa in Vegas.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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In addition to his work at the Computer History Museum, Hoyt volunteers at the Tech Interactive and Tech Challenge.—
Anne Gelhaus,
The Mercury News,
9 Feb. 2025
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At present, the line of 500 possible asteroid positions (pictured below) on Dec. 22, 2032, measures 1.2 million miles long.—
Stephen J. Beard,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Commenters were quick to praise the gift, with many noting that hiring musicians as presents could be a beautiful way to support artists.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
12 Feb. 2025
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In a confessional, Ji-yeon provided details that weren’t shown during the first edit.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
11 Feb. 2025
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Artist manager and show director, Paulette Varelas, joins Lisanti to manage Seven Lions.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Giveaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giveaway. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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