as in attempt
an effort to do or accomplish something
a dramatic film that is widely regarded as the comedian's last-ditch bid to be taken seriously as an actor
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as in to order
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
the servants were expected to do exactly as they were bidden
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or bid
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as in instructed
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
the servants were expected to do exactly as they were bidden
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also bade
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as in ordered
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
the servants were expected to do exactly as they were bidden
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Recent Examples of bid
Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
Pelosi, who announced her retirement on Thursday, is the latest in a handful of old guard establishment Democrats making their exit in the wake of the 2024 election — especially as younger, progressive candidates are launching primary bids against elder lawmakers.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
Vogue Business Team, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2025
Eleven months later, another Cuyamaca team is bidding for a state title.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Big Ben Restaurant and Pub is bidding adieu to Charlotte’s Elizabeth neighborhood, the restaurant said via Instagram.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
In soccer, countries and cities bid to host the Champions League and World Cup finals; the Olympics changes every four years and even the Super Bowl in the NFL moves around the United States, with cities and franchises trying to one-up one another.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
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Noun
In 2021, Skoog just barely won his bid for mayor — by just over 700 votes — against a conservative candidate who ran on a platform opposing high-rise apartment buildings and congestion.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
Pelosi, who announced her retirement on Thursday, is the latest in a handful of old guard establishment Democrats making their exit in the wake of the 2024 election — especially as younger, progressive candidates are launching primary bids against elder lawmakers.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
The show, set up as an auction, during which guests and models were seen bidding on the brand identity and its founders, was a heavy hint at their departure.
—Vogue Business Team, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2025
Eleven months later, another Cuyamaca team is bidding for a state title.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
Rumors have persisted about a WWE comeback, just as John Cena is bidding farewell to fans on his retirement tour.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Big Ben Restaurant and Pub is bidding adieu to Charlotte’s Elizabeth neighborhood, the restaurant said via Instagram.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
Hapag-Lloyd has reportedly bid on the rival carrier, while Maersk was tied to an interest in the company.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
In soccer, countries and cities bid to host the Champions League and World Cup finals; the Olympics changes every four years and even the Super Bowl in the NFL moves around the United States, with cities and franchises trying to one-up one another.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bid
Noun
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The Heat survived a buzzer-beating 3-point attempt from Kawhi Leonard on Monday night to beat the LA Clippers 120-119.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Which is perhaps why Cuomo’s attempts to hit back at Mamdani’s messaging on housing and affordability fell so flat.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Must-try metro Phoenix restaurants Amid a wave of new restaurant openings, put an unusual Phoenix chicken joint, Scottsdale fine dining and Chandler supper club on your try-first list.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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Trailing by 11 in the final seconds of the first half, the Chiefs faced fourth-and-goal from the 1, a spot in which Andy Reid should have left the offense on the field for one more try.—
Sam McDowell
November 4,
Kansas City Star,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Bid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bid. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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