as in gives
to give to another for temporary use with the understanding that it or a like thing will be returned
I can lend you my copy of the textbook until the weekend can you lend me five dollars?
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Recent Examples of lends
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan lends her voice to Beesha in The Twits.
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Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
The Wool Coat An investment that earns its price-per-wear, a black wool coat lends instant sophistication to any look.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2025
Similarly, the Sunflower X lends itself perfectly to the tumultuous weather of fall, arguably the best time of year for camping and backpacking.
—New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
The fact that their original recordings were rough around the edges lends them some authenticity.
—David Hill, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
Her eldest lends a helping hand when needed, and there’s not much competition between the kids.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
The trend lends itself well to fall decorating and can be incorporated in subtle ways through through pillows and blanket, or through larger pieces such as a classic leather armchair or a plaid wallpaper.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2025
Iran’s show of support for the peace deal lends it key legitimacy, given Tehran’s status as Hamas’s only major state ally.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
An amber ale lends depth of flavor to this tender, juicy pot roast.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
The Wool Coat An investment that earns its price-per-wear, a black wool coat lends instant sophistication to any look.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2025
Similarly, the Sunflower X lends itself perfectly to the tumultuous weather of fall, arguably the best time of year for camping and backpacking.
—New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
The fact that their original recordings were rough around the edges lends them some authenticity.
—David Hill, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
Her eldest lends a helping hand when needed, and there’s not much competition between the kids.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
The trend lends itself well to fall decorating and can be incorporated in subtle ways through through pillows and blanket, or through larger pieces such as a classic leather armchair or a plaid wallpaper.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2025
Iran’s show of support for the peace deal lends it key legitimacy, given Tehran’s status as Hamas’s only major state ally.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
An amber ale lends depth of flavor to this tender, juicy pot roast.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lends
gives
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According to Mooney, the solution came in the form of a loan that gives the lender the guarantee of all of Westward’s assets.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
21 Oct. 2025
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When life gives you lemons Aries, make lemonade.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Lends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lends. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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