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as in to donate
to make a present of
bestowed a new car on their son for graduation
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as in to accommodate
to provide with living quarters or shelter
eventually the refugee family was bestowed in its own apartment
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Recent Examples of bestow
The Locarno Film Festival will bestow its Vision Award, presented by Ticinomoda, upon Rick Baker, the seven-time Oscar winner behind some of cinema’s most fantastical creatures.
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Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
The Jewish Film Institute is bestowing the actress and comedian with the Freedom of Expression award during the 46th iteration of the annual festival, during the July 18 west coast premiere of Hollywood Does Abortion.
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Katie Campione,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
The award, which is France’s highest military and civil honor, was bestowed upon him by Jean-Claude Poimboeuf, the French ambassador to Thailand.
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News Desk,
Artforum,
15 June 2026
Other California coasters that have been bestowed ACE Landmark status include Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland, New Revolution at Six Flags Magic Mountain, Montezooma’s Revenge at Knott’s Berry Farm and Giant Dipper at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
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Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
15 June 2026
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Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
The Jewish Film Institute is bestowing the actress and comedian with the Freedom of Expression award during the 46th iteration of the annual festival, during the July 18 west coast premiere of Hollywood Does Abortion.
—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
The award, which is France’s highest military and civil honor, was bestowed upon him by Jean-Claude Poimboeuf, the French ambassador to Thailand.
—
News Desk,
Artforum,
15 June 2026
Other California coasters that have been bestowed ACE Landmark status include Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland, New Revolution at Six Flags Magic Mountain, Montezooma’s Revenge at Knott’s Berry Farm and Giant Dipper at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bestow
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Through their foundation, the couple have donated at least $2 million to the medical centers that once employed them, funding early cancer detection and breast cancer technology, among other projects.
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If a wool sweater or lacey top is too scratchy, it’s getting donated or listed on Depop stat.
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While earlier concepts called for flip-up chairback seating throughout the stadium, engineers determined the historic venue's existing structure could not accommodate those seats without significantly reducing capacity or requiring major reconstruction.
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The Department of Homeland Security is changing the guidelines for Iran’s national soccer team ahead of its third World Cup match on Friday to accommodate extra time afforded to other countries in the tournament, an agency spokesperson said.
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Seoul — North Korea on Tuesday commissioned its largest-ever warship, a 5,000-ton destroyer that military analysts say could give Pyongyang’s adversaries something more to think about in a time of crisis.
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Dewey Burdock also joined the Fast-41 permitting program last year, giving it access to an accelerated federal review process reserved for priority infrastructure and critical mineral projects.
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The institute will be housed in Berkeley’s political science department, serving about 500 students a year, hosting fellows and funding research on democracy.
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They're housed under the Department of Homeland Security.
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His cousin volunteered his home for the week of shiva; a rabbi from Puerto Rico coordinated the minyans.
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In his new position Bane will volunteer his time to be a special advisor to head coach Jamie Dixon.
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Restaurants and bars in the neighborhood are reporting drastic drops in business after thousands of Angelenos sheltered in place under a constant plume of smoke.
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Duque urged residents to shelter and aid at public plazas due to the possibility of aftershocks.
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With free childcare provided, women were able to get assistance with resumes, hair and makeup help from Ulta Beauty, as well as a complementary professional headshot.
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Modern pumps can double as cooling devices, which could provide an effective solution in more intense summer weather.
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From a range of lodging options to activities and amenities that will please your whole crew, Ocean Edge delivers both classic Cape Cod vibes and a genuinely great family vacation experience.
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Contact the establishment and lodge a complaint about hygiene and safety.
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“Bestow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bestow. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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