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as in donates
to make a present of
bestowed a new car on their son for graduation
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as in accommodates
to provide with living quarters or shelter
eventually the refugee family was bestowed in its own apartment
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Recent Examples of bestows
Besides looking indisputably dapper, the shirt also bestows upon wearers the privilege of its anti-odor technology.
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Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
The board annually bestows honorary awards for lifetime achievement.
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Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
Namely, glycerin, a humectant that attracts moisture from the air and locks it into skin, and coconut oil, a fatty acid-rich skin softener that bestows instant glow.
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Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
These are worth £49m this season, which Boro believe already bestows them an advantage over the majority of the league.
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Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
What appears to have sparked suspicion of Castillo is his decision to remove the Martinez men’s trustee status — which bestows them modest privileges and elevated status among their peers — after learning that the attack was now known to other staff.
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Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
The European linen feels breezy and has pearl buttons for an extra special touch that Serena & Lily bestows on their products.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
13 May 2026
The first fairy bestows upon Edith the gift of animation, the ability to bring objects to life.
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Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
Conversely, the spring thaw bestows backwoods trekkers with an abundance of waterfalls.
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Brad Japhe,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2026
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
The board annually bestows honorary awards for lifetime achievement.
—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
Namely, glycerin, a humectant that attracts moisture from the air and locks it into skin, and coconut oil, a fatty acid-rich skin softener that bestows instant glow.
—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
These are worth £49m this season, which Boro believe already bestows them an advantage over the majority of the league.
—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
What appears to have sparked suspicion of Castillo is his decision to remove the Martinez men’s trustee status — which bestows them modest privileges and elevated status among their peers — after learning that the attack was now known to other staff.
—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
The European linen feels breezy and has pearl buttons for an extra special touch that Serena & Lily bestows on their products.
—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
13 May 2026
The first fairy bestows upon Edith the gift of animation, the ability to bring objects to life.
—
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
Conversely, the spring thaw bestows backwoods trekkers with an abundance of waterfalls.
—
Brad Japhe,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bestows
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Dispute over church donations The dispute had centered on donations known as tithes, which are made when a church member donates 10% of their income to the organization.
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Guests can also book a private oyster bed tour, and Ocean Edge donates $25 of the fee to a local oyster bed foundation.
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An upper floor was added in 2014 and accommodates a gourmet food court showcasing the best of Tuscan cuisine alongside chic wine and coffee bars.
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At the helm, bucket seats reinforce the high- performance feel, while the cockpit accommodates up to 12 guests, with a central dining area, twin aft sunpads, and a larger sunpad forward.
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The twisting barrel easily clamps to hair (without pulling) and gives you long-lasting curls for up to two days.
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What gives these companies confidence that non-invasive approaches to telepathy will prove viable, when this has never before been possible?
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Unlike other watering systems, the IrriSense 2 houses its controller, sprinkler, electric valve, and nutrient feeder in a single device, controlled via an app on your phone.
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The former seminary's crypt now houses the Wine Grotto.
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Currently, Dunn volunteers for IMA full time.
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Cathy Welsh, a community member who volunteers within the district, said it's become apparent to her that Maluchnik may be engaged in a pattern of behavior.
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Under them, a chatbot must not be able to interact with someone under 18 unless it is programmed against encouraging self-destructive behavior and provides parents with tools to manage the child’s use.
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Palliative care, which provides medical and emotional support to patients at the end of their lives, is a relatively new concept, arising only in the 1960s.
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Reese presents an interesting challenge for the Valkyries.
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If the house presents as introverted and unassuming from the street, the oceanfront side opens toward the scenery.
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The company further notes that by using an existing licensed facility for production, the project contributes to ongoing efforts to reestablish parts of the domestic nuclear industrial base for long-term energy and mission-critical applications.
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Its heel-to-toe drop is 14 millimeters —which is on the high end for On shoes, but contributes to a smooth forward-rolling feel that makes walking or running in these sneakers feel effortless.
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“Bestows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bestows. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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