as in loaning
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 lending
Trump has been outright in his criticism of Starmer over Britain’s resistance to lending support to the operation in Iran.
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Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair, 18 Mar. 2026
The second bill introduced Monday, AB 2305, is aimed at the rising trend of private equity firms and hedge funds lending money to law firms and profiting from the payouts.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
The sharp tanginess of the vinegar tapers off when cooked, lending subtle brightness to dishes.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
That’s a coy way of lending support to a criminal war that cannot be won because there is no measure of victory short of obliterating Iran.
—Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Douglas is the first step toward lending Vancouver something that the Canadiens have had with Arber Xhekaj during their rebuild, or what the Sharks have in Ryan Reaves, or what the Anaheim Ducks had in Ross Johnston and Sam Carrick during their rebuilding seasons.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
The marmalade stays slightly sticky in the cakey muffin hearts, lending a lively citrus flavor to your breakfast, without dripping onto your jammies, or your dressing gown.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
This piecey fringe offers more structure and fullness than traditionally wispy French bangs, lending a distinctly vintage feel.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Sear also completed side quests, lending his voice to Grand Theft Auto III and making a cameo on Big Pun’s 2000 Yeeeah Baby album intro.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 11 Mar. 2026
Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair, 18 Mar. 2026
The second bill introduced Monday, AB 2305, is aimed at the rising trend of private equity firms and hedge funds lending money to law firms and profiting from the payouts.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
The sharp tanginess of the vinegar tapers off when cooked, lending subtle brightness to dishes.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
That’s a coy way of lending support to a criminal war that cannot be won because there is no measure of victory short of obliterating Iran.
—Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Douglas is the first step toward lending Vancouver something that the Canadiens have had with Arber Xhekaj during their rebuild, or what the Sharks have in Ryan Reaves, or what the Anaheim Ducks had in Ross Johnston and Sam Carrick during their rebuilding seasons.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
The marmalade stays slightly sticky in the cakey muffin hearts, lending a lively citrus flavor to your breakfast, without dripping onto your jammies, or your dressing gown.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
This piecey fringe offers more structure and fullness than traditionally wispy French bangs, lending a distinctly vintage feel.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Sear also completed side quests, lending his voice to Grand Theft Auto III and making a cameo on Big Pun’s 2000 Yeeeah Baby album intro.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lending
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Before loaning him to Roma, the Spaniard was open to trying again, but deep down knew that Bailey was better served in departing.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The agriculture department also is loaning Southwest Iowa Rural Electric Cooperative $11 million for improvements that include distribution equipment and a substation.—
Des Moines Register,
Des Moines Register,
25 Feb. 2026
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Spring has taken hold across Texas, with blooming flowers and budding trees signaling the season’s arrival — and giving families the perfect excuse to head out in search of scenic fields.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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The split-screen dynamic is giving Republicans an early glimpse of what could become the party’s defining 2028 divide — one that may ultimately hinge on how the war unfolds.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Lending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lending. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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