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as in volunteers
to make a present of
contributes money to a variety of worthy causes
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Recent Examples of contributes
As a result, many home gardeners have soil that is depleted in organic matter, which is the source of many essential nutrients and contributes to soil structure and drainage.
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2025
This research contributes to the ongoing effort to identify the specific problems where quantum computers can offer a distinct advantage over classical ones.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2025
Additionally, these digital snapshots capture a wider range between the soft and loud sounds of a recording and have a higher bit depth, which also contributes to higher quality, Sonos states.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Experts now say this language contributes to stigma, embarrassment and even avoidance of care.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 10 Sep. 2025
The increasing demand for glass that is colorless, extra large and seamless contributes to glass’s sustainability problem.
—Aki Ishida, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2025
According to reporter Frank Seravalli, an NHL insider who contributes to Bleacher Report, Kaprizov has turned down an eight-year contract extension, the league maximum, worth $16 million a year.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 10 Sep. 2025
Crucially, this approach contributes to a sense of psychological safety – an essential in the US Surgeon General’s 2022 Framework for Workplace Mental Health & Wellbeing.
—Kotter, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Grooming in the bathroom, like shaving or styling your hair, contributes to more dust particles forming from dead skin cells or fallen out hair strands that accumulate during the day.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2025
This research contributes to the ongoing effort to identify the specific problems where quantum computers can offer a distinct advantage over classical ones.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2025
Additionally, these digital snapshots capture a wider range between the soft and loud sounds of a recording and have a higher bit depth, which also contributes to higher quality, Sonos states.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Experts now say this language contributes to stigma, embarrassment and even avoidance of care.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 10 Sep. 2025
The increasing demand for glass that is colorless, extra large and seamless contributes to glass’s sustainability problem.
—Aki Ishida, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2025
According to reporter Frank Seravalli, an NHL insider who contributes to Bleacher Report, Kaprizov has turned down an eight-year contract extension, the league maximum, worth $16 million a year.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 10 Sep. 2025
Crucially, this approach contributes to a sense of psychological safety – an essential in the US Surgeon General’s 2022 Framework for Workplace Mental Health & Wellbeing.
—Kotter, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Grooming in the bathroom, like shaving or styling your hair, contributes to more dust particles forming from dead skin cells or fallen out hair strands that accumulate during the day.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contributes
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Whether someone attends an event, visits the gallery, or donates to a charity, Joan emphasizes the importance of staying in touch.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Recreationalists in Colorado can also purchase a state Outdoor Recreation Search and Rescue Card, which donates a portion of funds to volunteer teams.—
Owen Clarke,
Outside,
12 Sep. 2025
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In fact, Kira also volunteers as a therapy dog at nursing homes and at the University of West Florida.—
Jen Reeder,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Anne Howard, 38, a social worker who volunteers with the Wendt Center, empathizes.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Bankruptcy law, at § 365, essentially gives the trustee of the bankruptcy estate the right to either accept an executory contract (meaning that the trustee will have to render performance to get the benefit) or can reject the contract and forfeit the benefit.—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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By late summer, ICE began showing up at job sites, which gives it a much bigger return on its investment.—
Anna Giaritelli,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Sep. 2025
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The ectoin in the formula provides antioxidant protection, while glycerin and niacinamide make your skin texture springy and your moisture barrier strong.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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The uncertainty was compounded by the lack of a recommendation from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which provides guidance on vaccine use to the CDC.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
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An opportunity for career advancement presents itself as the sun and Mercury align.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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That presents mismatches for Patriots defensive tackles Milton Williams and Christian Barmore, who should control the line of scrimmage.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Contributes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contributes. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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