1
as in paying
the act of offering money in exchange for goods or services
a diorama about pioneer life at the museum that depicts the giving of beads for clothes
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as in donating
to make a present of
thanked all the tutors who generously gave their time to help students after school
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2
as in handing
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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3
as in offering
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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4
as in collapsing
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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5
as in spending
to hand over or use up in payment
I wouldn't give a nickel for such a run-down car
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6
as in expressing
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
she gave her opinion on the matter very firmly and unmistakably
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7
as in devoting
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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8
as in providing
to produce as revenue
a company that consistently gives $30 million in profits to the owner
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as in supplying
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
gave him my e-mail address
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10
as in tendering
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
she gave the committee her grant proposal
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as in transmitting
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 giving
Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Jan. 2026
What’s changed is where that charitable giving is going.
—Ray Madoff, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2026
The season of giving may be over for some now that the year has turned, but that’s not the case for Kyrie Irving.
—Mike Curtis, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026
Fireworks and firecrackers are also very popular, as is gift giving.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
January opens your heart to a healthier balance of giving and receiving, and the Six of Pentacles encourages you to pay closer attention to where your energy is offered freely versus where it is being drained.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2026
For all of the grandstanding, speech-giving, and finger-pointing done on this issue from all sides of the political spectrum, Congress, in its infinite non-wisdom, has managed to do nothing on this issue for 30 years.
—Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 1 Jan. 2026
But giving doesn’t have to be about piles of cash.
—Luciana Lopez, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
This isn’t the first time Kelce has discussed gift-giving with his soon-to-be wife.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 31 Dec. 2025
Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
At Tesla’s annual meeting on Thursday, shareholders voted in favor of giving CEO Musk a gargantuan, record-shattering pay package that could give him stock worth $1 trillion after several years.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
DiMarcus is a football player who loves attention and that’s about it, though Jarrett Austin Brown is giving one of the show’s brighter performances.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Video of the incident showed Bovino throwing a gas canister at demonstrators in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood without giving a verbal warning -- a violation of the judge's earlier temporary restraining order limiting the use of force, the judge said.
—James Hill, ABC News, 7 Nov. 2025
Stewart said FanDuel, DraftKings and other companies don't operate in Florida and Arkansas because laws in those states would require giving 50% of the revenue to tribal nations.
—Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Beyond giving advice on individual money moves, Tu’s thinking bigger picture now.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
BEMt is oil-soluble, giving it a smooth, non-chalky texture on the skin.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The reason for this striking look is the inhibitor gene which suppresses pigment deposition at the base of the hair shaft, giving the cat the shimmering effect.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
The traditions associated with Día de Los Reyes are longstanding and involve food, gift-giving, and family gatherings.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Jan. 2026
What’s changed is where that charitable giving is going.
—Ray Madoff, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2026
The season of giving may be over for some now that the year has turned, but that’s not the case for Kyrie Irving.
—Mike Curtis, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026
Fireworks and firecrackers are also very popular, as is gift giving.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
January opens your heart to a healthier balance of giving and receiving, and the Six of Pentacles encourages you to pay closer attention to where your energy is offered freely versus where it is being drained.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2026
For all of the grandstanding, speech-giving, and finger-pointing done on this issue from all sides of the political spectrum, Congress, in its infinite non-wisdom, has managed to do nothing on this issue for 30 years.
—Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 1 Jan. 2026
But giving doesn’t have to be about piles of cash.
—Luciana Lopez, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
This isn’t the first time Kelce has discussed gift-giving with his soon-to-be wife.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 31 Dec. 2025
Verb
The Chinese leader then toured the vessel, including inspecting the mess hall and giving a trial press of the ship’s catapult button, according to CCTV.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
At Tesla’s annual meeting on Thursday, shareholders voted in favor of giving CEO Musk a gargantuan, record-shattering pay package that could give him stock worth $1 trillion after several years.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
DiMarcus is a football player who loves attention and that’s about it, though Jarrett Austin Brown is giving one of the show’s brighter performances.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Video of the incident showed Bovino throwing a gas canister at demonstrators in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood without giving a verbal warning -- a violation of the judge's earlier temporary restraining order limiting the use of force, the judge said.
—James Hill, ABC News, 7 Nov. 2025
Stewart said FanDuel, DraftKings and other companies don't operate in Florida and Arkansas because laws in those states would require giving 50% of the revenue to tribal nations.
—Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Beyond giving advice on individual money moves, Tu’s thinking bigger picture now.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
BEMt is oil-soluble, giving it a smooth, non-chalky texture on the skin.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The reason for this striking look is the inhibitor gene which suppresses pigment deposition at the base of the hair shaft, giving the cat the shimmering effect.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giving
Adjective
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The prospect of lower interest rates also helps by reducing the opportunity costs of holding non-yielding assets like bullion.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
23 Dec. 2025
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To taste one hot off the press, so to speak, is an experience not to be missed; the flavor is so complex, the mouthful so round, the texture so yielding.—
Aleksandra Crapanzano,
The Atlantic,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Balanced growth, roads and other infrastructure, continuing a positive approach to economic development, attracting industry and high paying jobs.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
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Notably, Ditto is the best paying of the three, but doesn’t accept freelancers from California, Massachusetts and New Jersey.—
Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The company is donating food and essentials from DashMart locations to local food banks and urging Congress to restore full SNAP funding.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Martin’s is donating $5 from every Thanksgiving package meal purchased to Southern Smoke Foundation.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The Case for Hiring a Pro Hiring a pet transporter means handing the leash—temporarily—to someone trained for the job.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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How to Watch Suns vs Warriors Phoenix went supernova from the floor on Sunday night in handing the visiting San Antonio Spurs their first loss with a 130-118 decision.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Its interior pocket has a 2-liter capacity, offering plenty of room for a phone, wallet, keychain, and other necessities.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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That’s where the Kate Spade Outlet comes in, offering polished, functional purses at steep discounts.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Reservoirs supplying Tehran and other urban centers have dropped to critically low levels, while agricultural production in the nation’s most fertile regions is collapsing, threatening food security and rural livelihoods.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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Dorzon had been shot 11 times and his girlfriend had also been hit, collapsing on the front lawn.—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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To be sure, the AI boom could deliver that revenue surge—but even slight weakening in spending growth across the industry could hit CoreWeave disproportionately.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
8 Nov. 2025
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For example, financial therapist Aja Evans recommends leaning into self-care activities that cost little to no money, like going outside and spending time with family and friends.—
Gili Malinsky,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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However, one woman recently shared a personal experience when expressing genuine emotion clashed with workplace expectations.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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Spoelstra was remarkably upbeat before the game, offering gratitude for the outpouring of support from the NBA community and expressing relief that nobody was injured in the inferno.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Giving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giving. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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