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as in talks
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
the police only caught the mastermind of the burglary because his disgruntled partner informed
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as in tells
to give information to
chose teaching as a career because it affords the opportunity to inform a whole generation of young minds
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Recent Examples of informs
Rather, his supporters say that Montgomery was the first to understand and demonstrate the physics and control that still informs modern flight.
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Jake Goodrick, Sacramento Bee, 6 Jan. 2025
Under normal conditions, a measured fever is nothing more than a single aspect of a broader picture that informs the course of treatment, both Haimovich and Hooker told me.
—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2025
Researchers like Simon Baron-Cohen and Alan Leslie have advanced the understanding of theory of mind in cognitive science, which informs the development of these agents in AI.
—Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
That’s why another function of the department is to collect information and data, which then informs research and decision-making.
—Jackie Valley, The Christian Science Monitor, 3 Jan. 2025
The Academy Award-winning actress talks with correspondent Seth Doane about being shy; the influence of director Derek Jarman (who hired Swinton for her first film); and what informs her relationship with fashion.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 2 Jan. 2025
Tensions are already running high in this town due to water shortages (as a radio announcement informs), and the knowledge that a predator is roaming around adds fuel to the fire with irate local men trying to find the culprit on their own.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 30 Dec. 2024
The Texas Tribune is a nonpartisan, nonprofit media organization that informs and engages with Texans about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
—Eleanor Klibanoff, Austin American-Statesman, 30 Dec. 2024
Perspective informs your truth and your truth makes your reality.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
Jake Goodrick, Sacramento Bee, 6 Jan. 2025
Under normal conditions, a measured fever is nothing more than a single aspect of a broader picture that informs the course of treatment, both Haimovich and Hooker told me.
—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2025
Researchers like Simon Baron-Cohen and Alan Leslie have advanced the understanding of theory of mind in cognitive science, which informs the development of these agents in AI.
—Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
That’s why another function of the department is to collect information and data, which then informs research and decision-making.
—Jackie Valley, The Christian Science Monitor, 3 Jan. 2025
The Academy Award-winning actress talks with correspondent Seth Doane about being shy; the influence of director Derek Jarman (who hired Swinton for her first film); and what informs her relationship with fashion.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 2 Jan. 2025
Tensions are already running high in this town due to water shortages (as a radio announcement informs), and the knowledge that a predator is roaming around adds fuel to the fire with irate local men trying to find the culprit on their own.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 30 Dec. 2024
The Texas Tribune is a nonpartisan, nonprofit media organization that informs and engages with Texans about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
—Eleanor Klibanoff, Austin American-Statesman, 30 Dec. 2024
Perspective informs your truth and your truth makes your reality.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for informs
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Jamie gives him a lethal stare and tells him to go away.Lincee Ray, EW.com, 4 Jan. 2025
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Killers Of The Flower Moon A brilliant, heartbreaking true story, Killers of the Flower Moon tells the story of the Osage people and the greedy men who try to rob them of their wealth after oil is discovered on their tribal lands.Erik Kain, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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To prepare for the cold temperatures, NWS advises residents to exercise caution while traveling, dress appropriately, keep pets indoors as much as possible, and do not use generators or grills inside.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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Because of the storm, the weather service advises that Sunday travel will be difficult, if not impossible.Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 4 Jan. 2025
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The bill instructs the convening of an 11-member council with appointments made by the president and leaders in both parties to include academic experts, researchers, parents, youth representatives and others who are well-versed in social media and online safety.Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 19 Dec. 2024
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The tablet also instructs adherents to worship on Mount Gerizim, a holy site for Samaritans, near the modern-day city of Nablus.Sarah Ventre, NPR, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Informs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/informs. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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