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
Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Both teams are jockeying for NCAA Tournament bids.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
But the sport has really seen a proliferation of the power conferences chewing up the vast, vast majority of the at-large bids.
—Mitch Light, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
By Saturday morning, before Brady had a chance to start the process and while Netflix and Amazon were still making bids, A24 took the project off the market preemptively after a 24-hour blitz with a substantial seven-figure offer, sources said.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 9 Feb. 2026
One-upmanship, extravagant architectural plans, and a comparatively short construction schedule result in big bills, which are often not reflected in the original bids.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
However, sources familiar with the situation say more suitors have been involved and could make bids.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
However, several have appointed campaign treasurers with the intention to run – and have announced their bids.
—Chaya Tong, Austin American Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
The Open Division semifinalists earn automatic bids to the regional.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 7 Feb. 2026
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
Construction bids came in low enough that other projects on the district’s to-do list are being accelerated, including HVAC work at other schools and moving a career and technical education program from Willowcreek to Portage High School.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Both teams are jockeying for NCAA Tournament bids.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
But the sport has really seen a proliferation of the power conferences chewing up the vast, vast majority of the at-large bids.
—Mitch Light, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
By Saturday morning, before Brady had a chance to start the process and while Netflix and Amazon were still making bids, A24 took the project off the market preemptively after a 24-hour blitz with a substantial seven-figure offer, sources said.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 9 Feb. 2026
One-upmanship, extravagant architectural plans, and a comparatively short construction schedule result in big bills, which are often not reflected in the original bids.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
However, sources familiar with the situation say more suitors have been involved and could make bids.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
However, several have appointed campaign treasurers with the intention to run – and have announced their bids.
—Chaya Tong, Austin American Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
The Open Division semifinalists earn automatic bids to the regional.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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 Dons went to the charity stripe 35 times to 18 free throw attempts for USD.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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There have been a few attempts over the years to update Wuthering Heights into hip-to-the-moment, teen-friendly versions.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
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Judge orders his deportation An immigration judge ordered his removal in November, refusing to hear his asylum bid because he was found to be a human rights violator, according to an ICE spokesman and his lawyer.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
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Prosecutors say once inside the bar, Burkes points the gun at Drysdale, orders her around the bar, and takes items from the cash register and office.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
13 Feb. 2026
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This deep engagement with place, identity, and transformation invites readers to reconsider what counts as travel—and whose voices deserve to be heard.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Feb. 2026
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Your 12th House of Secrets and Solitude brightens as the vibrant Sun invites rest, reflection, and forgiveness, helping your brave spirit release pressure.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
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Mizzou shot 38% in the opening half and hit six 3-pointers in 13 tries.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
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Santa Margarita was 22 for 57 from the floor and 8 for 20 on 3-point tries.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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The directive also instructs the Los Angeles Police Department to preserve all evidence related to immigration enforcement operations so it can be reported.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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An acronym for Size, Activity, Location, Uniform, Time, Equipment, SALUTE is a mnemonic device that typically instructs soldiers how to systematically track details about enemies.—
Asra Q. Nomani , Alba Cuebas-Fantauzzi,
FOXNews.com,
5 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
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The look tells us where style might go next – a more nuanced conversation.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Earlier in the show, Chioma tells Choe how British Vogue’s Gisele Pelicot digital cover story came to be.—
Chelsea Daniel,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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For anyone attuned to the Chinese pop music scene, TIA RAY is undoubtedly a name that commands attention.—
Billboard China,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2026
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The free agent signing has been a huge factor in the trenches and commands a lot of attention from opposing offensive lines.—
Boston Herald staff,
Boston Herald,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Bids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bids. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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