as in attempts
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 orders
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 bids
Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
But be wary of bids that are out of line with each other, especially any that are very low.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Iran’s furious and persistent bids to hit Gulf states – lasting the full first week – show the potential for Iranian military hardliners to insist the US and its allies blink first.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Despite the loss, Virginia should be safe in its NCAA Tournament chances, unless multiple bubble bids are taken during championship week.
—Chantel Jennings, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The Montana Republican joins several lawmakers choosing to forgo reelection bids in this year’s midterms.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 5 Mar. 2026
The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art bids farewell to its historic Overton Park home with a climactic exhibition that is both a celebration of the past and a bridge to the future.
—John Beifuss, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 27 Feb. 2026
In an unusual move, the European Commission was reported by Bloomberg recently to have started its pre-notification probes of both Paramount and Netflix’s rival bids for WBD, before one had been accepted over the other.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
Now, bids to the Sweet 16 are becoming routine for the ascending program.
—Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 25 Feb. 2026
As Billboard proudly celebrates these internal promotions, the company also bids farewell to longtime editor in chief Hannah Karp.
—Billboard Staff, Billboard, 20 Jan. 2026
On the title track, for instance, Wayuhi bids a catchy farewell to an ex-flame.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025
Sink to the Bottom With You After a fake-out proposal and a flooded runway, Emily bids Venice and her horrible boyfriend farewell.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2025
Her friend Glinda — twinkling, bubbly, popular — bids her farewell before helping her escape.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 Nov. 2025
Paul commonly bids at €20 for jobs that take hours, meaning his rate is nowhere near the wheelhouse of minimum wage.
—Sophie Monks Kaufman, IndieWire, 29 Aug. 2025
Russia's President Vladimir Putin bids farewell to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi following their meeting at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia July 9, 2024.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2025
Noun
By the bottom of the eighth, the Red Sox trailed 9-2, had collected just three hits, and were out of challenges after unsuccessful bids by replacement catcher Matt Theiss in the sixth and batter Enddy Azocar in the eighth.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
But be wary of bids that are out of line with each other, especially any that are very low.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Iran’s furious and persistent bids to hit Gulf states – lasting the full first week – show the potential for Iranian military hardliners to insist the US and its allies blink first.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Despite the loss, Virginia should be safe in its NCAA Tournament chances, unless multiple bubble bids are taken during championship week.
—Chantel Jennings, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The Montana Republican joins several lawmakers choosing to forgo reelection bids in this year’s midterms.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 5 Mar. 2026
The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art bids farewell to its historic Overton Park home with a climactic exhibition that is both a celebration of the past and a bridge to the future.
—John Beifuss, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 27 Feb. 2026
In an unusual move, the European Commission was reported by Bloomberg recently to have started its pre-notification probes of both Paramount and Netflix’s rival bids for WBD, before one had been accepted over the other.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
Now, bids to the Sweet 16 are becoming routine for the ascending program.
—Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
Then, their leader holds up a hand and bids his charges halt.
—Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 25 Feb. 2026
As Billboard proudly celebrates these internal promotions, the company also bids farewell to longtime editor in chief Hannah Karp.
—Billboard Staff, Billboard, 20 Jan. 2026
On the title track, for instance, Wayuhi bids a catchy farewell to an ex-flame.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025
Sink to the Bottom With You After a fake-out proposal and a flooded runway, Emily bids Venice and her horrible boyfriend farewell.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2025
Her friend Glinda — twinkling, bubbly, popular — bids her farewell before helping her escape.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 Nov. 2025
Paul commonly bids at €20 for jobs that take hours, meaning his rate is nowhere near the wheelhouse of minimum wage.
—Sophie Monks Kaufman, IndieWire, 29 Aug. 2025
Russia's President Vladimir Putin bids farewell to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi following their meeting at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia July 9, 2024.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bids
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The freshman hit one-of-two attempts, giving the Spartans a 41-39 lead.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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Her furious attempts to extricate herself from Ramirez ended with her smacking her head on the parking lot asphalt and Ramirez hitting her in the right eye, according to the arrest report.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
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The agreement approved by the City Commission on Tuesday prohibits immigrant detainees from being released into Leavenworth unless they were arrested there or if a court specifically orders it.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
10 Mar. 2026
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Four-up works to Weis’s strengths When the wind drops, the race management orders the crews to reduce from their standard six on board in order to take weight out of the boat.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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That approach invites conflict rather than collaboration.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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In a city where unfamiliar spirits are routinely treated like bar regulars, Overlook’s tenth birthday invites all kinds of bizarro movie lovers to raise a little hell.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
11 Mar. 2026
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Moss records his fourth 1-2-3 inning in six tries.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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Given a million tries, the 1992 Burlingame Orioles (my Little League team) would not have been able to beat the 1992 Baltimore Orioles.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The governor’s order instructs Florida agencies to prevent the two groups and those who have provided them material support from receiving contracts, employment and funds from a state executive or cabinet agency.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
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If the department verifies a high-risk situation, the bill instructs it to assign the case as Priority I, meaning the child is in immediate danger or in a life-threatening situation, and DHW takes action immediately, according to department guidelines outlined in the Idaho Child Protection Manual.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Feb. 2026
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Choose from 21 colors, from goes-with-everything black to standout prints and textures, including holiday-ready velvet or sequins.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, Weaver reminded us of the coat’s versatility while wearing a goes-with-everything matte black version.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
27 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The officer tells her that’s littering and asks her to step out of the car.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
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In a sign of strength for the streaming platform, Apple’s senior VP of services Eddy Cue tells The Hollywood Reporter that viewership for last week’s Australian Grand Prix was up year over year compared to the 2025 race, which aired on ESPN.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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So commands the Creature to his creator Victor Frankenstein in Mary Shelley’s novel.—
Rory Doherty,
Time,
7 Mar. 2026
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The sales pitch hits squarely at the lifestyle that commands top dollar in today’s high-end market.—
David Caraccio
March 7,
Sacbee.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Bids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bids. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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