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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
Chappell then gives the tiny girl quick chest compressions.
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Hilary Shenfeld, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
Sunday gives these coaches one final chance to coax their teams toward strong performances.
—Mike Jones, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Creating digital pieces that resonate with your audience gives them a glimpse into your expertise.
—John Hall, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Cloaked in anonymity is the unknown, which gives rise to speculation and uncertainty.
—John Hall, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
In theory, swapping in Reid for Randle gives Edwards some more spacing, but Randle is shooting better from 3 this season than last season’s NBA Sixth Man of the Year.
—Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Past performance gives no indication of future results.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
The courts back up that interpretation, but not everyone else buys it, so many front-line professionals refuse to use the tools the law gives them.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
His book, Phenomenal Phone Calls, gives readers his gritty guide to closing big money deals over the phone.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Hilary Shenfeld, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
Sunday gives these coaches one final chance to coax their teams toward strong performances.
—Mike Jones, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Creating digital pieces that resonate with your audience gives them a glimpse into your expertise.
—John Hall, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Cloaked in anonymity is the unknown, which gives rise to speculation and uncertainty.
—John Hall, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
In theory, swapping in Reid for Randle gives Edwards some more spacing, but Randle is shooting better from 3 this season than last season’s NBA Sixth Man of the Year.
—Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Past performance gives no indication of future results.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
The courts back up that interpretation, but not everyone else buys it, so many front-line professionals refuse to use the tools the law gives them.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
His book, Phenomenal Phone Calls, gives readers his gritty guide to closing big money deals over the phone.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gives
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The initiative also donates gifted wigs and extensions for similar makeovers to domestic violence organizations.Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Monolith — on South Broadway — is owned by Stephen Monahan, a beer industry veteran who donates 1% of revenues to a woman brewer scholarship fund.John Frank, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
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The formula works into a moisturizing lather that leaves coils bouncy and ready for styling.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024
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Unlike hiding apps — typically done by moving them to a folder or using a third-party launcher, which still leaves them accessible from the app drawer — Private Space creates a separate, secure area within your phone that is completely isolated.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
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The next 12 months will determine whether the music industry thrives or collapses under the weight of AI.Virginie Berger, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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The bailiff then fires at least six shots and Butler collapses on the ground.Violet Ikonomova, Detroit Free Press, 27 Dec. 2024
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The 2025 re-edition pays tribute to the original collaboration, bringing back beloved motifs like the Monogram Multicolore, Cherry Blossom, and Superflat Panda.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Cruise is his passenger, a ruthless hitman who pays Fox to drive him around wiping out targets.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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In addition to the rather generous sign-up bonus, Caesars Palace periodically provides ongoing promotions for returning players.Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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The rule book also provides several examples of defenseless players, but there is still plenty of room for interpretation.Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Unlike narrowband or Wi-Fi technologies that use specific frequency bands, UWB transmits data across a wide range of frequencies, enabling precise location tracking, high data rates and minimal interference with other signals.Iri Trashanki, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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The tower transmits signals to the local radio station, KKOB-AM.Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Fox News, 15 Oct. 2024
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This presents not just a health crisis but a massive economic opportunity.Geri Stengel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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These are announced by the National Weather Service when a low-pressure system produces a combination of winter weather that presents a hazard but does not meet warning criteria.Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2025
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As LaVine goes, so go the Bulls.Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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That's as far as amount A goes.Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Gives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gives. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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