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as in donates
to make a present of
thanked all the tutors who generously gave their time to help students after school
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as in leaves
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
gave my camera to my father to hold while I went swimming
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as in offers
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
the author will give a reading from her latest work at 7:00 p.m.
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as in collapses
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
they loaded the shopping cart with so much food it gave under all the weight
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as in pays
to hand over or use up in payment
I wouldn't give a nickel for such a run-down car
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as in expresses
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
she gave her opinion on the matter very firmly and unmistakably
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as in devotes
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention
totally gave himself to his studies in the hopes of winning a scholarship for next year
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as in provides
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
gave him my e-mail address
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as in extends
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
she gave the committee her grant proposal
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as in transmits
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
she gave her cold to me, and now I'm so sick that I can barely get out of bed
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Recent Examples of gives
The bipartisan bill gives the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission more backstop authority to approve critical infrastructure from electric transmission to interstate natural gas pipelines.
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Dipka Bhambhani, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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
Richards rarely gives interviews.
—Lex Harvey, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
My Name is Gabriel takes celebrities out of their comfort zones and gives them a new identity through a life swap.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
That gives you a little time to do any number of things that can reduce your taxes for this year, boost your bottom line, or spare yourself financial penalties.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
If that’s your struggle, find a routine that gives you the space to switch from work to home mode.
—Colin C. Campbell, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This keeps me connected to the pulse of the industry and gives me insight into what may work and what may not.
—Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Dipka Bhambhani, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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
Richards rarely gives interviews.
—Lex Harvey, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
My Name is Gabriel takes celebrities out of their comfort zones and gives them a new identity through a life swap.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
That gives you a little time to do any number of things that can reduce your taxes for this year, boost your bottom line, or spare yourself financial penalties.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
If that’s your struggle, find a routine that gives you the space to switch from work to home mode.
—Colin C. Campbell, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This keeps me connected to the pulse of the industry and gives me insight into what may work and what may not.
—Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gives
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For each set sold, the brand donates a portion of the proceeds to the Surfrider Foundation to protect beaches around the world.Ali Faccenda, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
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In the meantime, anyone who donates $100 or more to the Zoo is entered for a chance to name the new giraffe.Alexa Dikos, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
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The medium-length and smooth finish leaves a lingering impression of vanilla, caramel, and oak.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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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
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In the aftermath, Gloria’s world collapses.Veronica Villafañe, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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After her 10-year relationship collapses, a newly single woman dives back into the dating pool, navigating seven wildly different romantic entanglements that prepare her for her future husband.Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 10 Dec. 2024
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According to the Congressional Budget Office, Medicare pays three times more for certain services performed in hospital outpatient departments than in independent physician offices.Lisa Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
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The formula Medicare uses to calculate physician reimbursment pays specialists who perform procedures more than primary care providers who focus on keeping people healthy.Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Having women athletes featured alongside their men counterparts helps normalize their presence in the sports industry and provides young players with diverse role models.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Answering multiple industries’ demands for sustainable solutions, synthetic biology provides scalable alternatives to existing manufacturing processes, in sync with the global sustainability agenda.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This meticulously researched book presents Mr Kray’s years’ long investigation into the facts surrounding the perplexing death of American horse racing’s most valuable sire, Alydar.GrrlScientist, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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While Artisans of Wine and Food has been celebrating California’s winemaking scene for decades, 2025 presents an opportunity to experience the industry from an entirely different perspective.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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When Sandy goes missing, the line between reality and game blurs and Conor must venture into the strange world of OBEX to bring her home.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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As much time as the audience spends on the main characters’ dialogue, the camera also lingers on everything from the various settings of a rapidly expanding Macondo to the loaves of bread and soups in Úrsula’s kitchen.Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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Mason, now 83, spends his days working as a sports producer from his home in Naples, Florida.Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Gives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gives. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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