as in gifts
something given to someone without expectation of a return
the company's annual Yuletide bestowals include a holiday party and substantial bonuses
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Recent Examples of bestowals
Love is impartial and universal in its adaptation and bestowals.
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David C. Kennedy, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Sep. 2025
David C. Kennedy, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bestowals
Noun
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Faulk has size, athleticism and versatility, but his physical gifts haven’t exactly translated on the football field (10 career sacks in 37 games).—
Omar Kelly
April 22,
Miami Herald,
22 Apr. 2026
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Shop more of the best deals on Mother’s Day gifts under $50 below.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The market accepts donations of shelf-stable foods, baby food and diapers.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Those supporting the family were seeking $55,000 in donations to pay for funeral costs, as well as medical and everyday bills.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The event will feature performances and presentations by the seven top students and is free to attend with a reservation.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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New this year will be a series of speakers who will give presentations on gardening topics at the start of each hour during the event.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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You have been specifically told not to bring presents.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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What did this year's birthday teach me about presents?—
Marc Silver,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Bestowals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bestowals. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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