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as in grants
to give the ownership or benefit of (something) formally or publicly
the British monarch continues to confer knighthood on those who are outstanding in their fields of endeavor
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as in consults
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
my parents are going to confer with a financial adviser about saving for their retirement
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Recent Examples of confers
By law, a refugee has to wait a year before applying for a green card that confers permanent residency.
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Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 17 Feb. 2026
In an exchange with Jordan, Bondi agreed that while the Constitution confers a right to protest, protesters do not have the right to disrupt religious services.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 11 Feb. 2026
That is the sole province of the president under our constitutional scheme, which confers extremely broad executive powers on the president, especially in foreign relations.
—Sandeep Gopalan, Baltimore Sun, 19 Jan. 2026
The plant’s namesake milky sap contains toxic chemicals that make the monarch butterflies themselves hazardous to predators — and confers some protection against OE.
—Drew Kann, AJC.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Graduation from one of the top 100 Chinese universities confers lifelong financial and professional benefits.
—Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
Luigi Mangione confers with his attorney Jacob Kaplan in court Monday.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 1 Dec. 2025
What once telegraphed cheapness now confers extreme value.
—The Editors, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
Trump could also try to invoke Section 301, which confers powers to combat unfair trade practices, or Section 232, which applies to national security situations.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 17 Feb. 2026
In an exchange with Jordan, Bondi agreed that while the Constitution confers a right to protest, protesters do not have the right to disrupt religious services.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 11 Feb. 2026
That is the sole province of the president under our constitutional scheme, which confers extremely broad executive powers on the president, especially in foreign relations.
—Sandeep Gopalan, Baltimore Sun, 19 Jan. 2026
The plant’s namesake milky sap contains toxic chemicals that make the monarch butterflies themselves hazardous to predators — and confers some protection against OE.
—Drew Kann, AJC.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Graduation from one of the top 100 Chinese universities confers lifelong financial and professional benefits.
—Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
Luigi Mangione confers with his attorney Jacob Kaplan in court Monday.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 1 Dec. 2025
What once telegraphed cheapness now confers extreme value.
—The Editors, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
Trump could also try to invoke Section 301, which confers powers to combat unfair trade practices, or Section 232, which applies to national security situations.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for confers
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Before the vote on the moratorium, Eagle pointed out that Hood County has special protections under a section of the Local Government Code, subchapter 231K, which grants special protection of the Brazos River watershed, which is entirely in Hood County.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Feb. 2026
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The new law grants the third commission stronger investigative powers than its predecessor, including the authority to seek search warrants through prosecutors if individuals or institutions refuse to provide evidence.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Before every visit, my mom always consults me for packing tips on what to wear.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
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He was introduced to and began talking to Mary Chapman Semple, an expert on homelessness who is credited with Houston’s transformation and who now consults with numerous other cities.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
6 Feb. 2026
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The kudocast veteran discusses producing a live event for Netflix without strict time limit considerations, showcasing host Kristen Bell, paying tribute to Harrison Ford’s long career and invoking vintage Hollywood glamour.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
26 Feb. 2026
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On this week’s episode of Talking Central Florida, Orlando Sentinel reporter Ryan Gillespie discusses the dispute over federal reimbursements for the holding of ICE detainees and federal inmates at the Orange County jail.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Confers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confers. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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