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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
Though only 2% of the river’s length flows through the capital, Delhi contributes about 76% of its total pollution, according to a government monitoring committee.
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Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
The Benefits Of Planting Over A Tree Stump Planting over an old tree stump has many benefits beyond disguising it, because decaying wood contributes to the soil life cycle.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026
Not to mention, each stay contributes a $10 donation to Friends of the High Line, supporting the park’s upkeep and programming.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
The interplay between these elements contributes to Bitcoin’s short-term volatility, but examining it in close detail can help observers gauge its more steady long-term value.
—Ethan Stone, IndyStar, 30 Jan. 2026
The 10-speed automatic transmission contributes to competitive fuel economy and acceptable oomph.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Africa contributes only 3% to 4% of global emissions, according to the United Nations, and yet is one of the most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
In other words, the chin contributes negligibly to resisting chewing forces.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
On top of that, California requires a special fuel blend that adds another 15 cents per gallon, the state’s cap-and-trade program costs another 26 cents and a special sales tax for gas contributes another 10 cents, according to the California Energy Commission.
—Adam B. Summers, Oc Register, 24 Jan. 2026
Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
The Benefits Of Planting Over A Tree Stump Planting over an old tree stump has many benefits beyond disguising it, because decaying wood contributes to the soil life cycle.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026
Not to mention, each stay contributes a $10 donation to Friends of the High Line, supporting the park’s upkeep and programming.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
The interplay between these elements contributes to Bitcoin’s short-term volatility, but examining it in close detail can help observers gauge its more steady long-term value.
—Ethan Stone, IndyStar, 30 Jan. 2026
The 10-speed automatic transmission contributes to competitive fuel economy and acceptable oomph.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Africa contributes only 3% to 4% of global emissions, according to the United Nations, and yet is one of the most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
In other words, the chin contributes negligibly to resisting chewing forces.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
On top of that, California requires a special fuel blend that adds another 15 cents per gallon, the state’s cap-and-trade program costs another 26 cents and a special sales tax for gas contributes another 10 cents, according to the California Energy Commission.
—Adam B. Summers, Oc Register, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contributes
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Pratt Industries donates 100 alarms Pratt Industries’ Mill Division in Valparaiso has donated 100 carbon monoxide alarms to the Valparaiso Fire Department to support fire safety efforts, according to a release.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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For every bottle that’s sold, Garrison Brothers donates $5 to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.—
Brian Freedman,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Smith now volunteers to help other inmates navigate the technology, particularly during virtual job interviews designed to simulate modern hiring processes.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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As a member of the Fine Art League of Cupertino, Choudhury volunteers his time and creativity to help people connect and grow through art.—
Diana Argabrite,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Directly across from the hotel, guests can walk to a lift that gives them immediate access to Andermatt’s 112 miles of slopes—enough to keep you fully immersed in the winter wonderland for days on end.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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Align with what actually uplevels you, not what confirms bias, is rage bait, or just gives a dopamine hit.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2026
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The company provides fabrication, installation and tower services for broadcast, cellular, railroad and wind industries, according to its website.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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The program trains officers to recognize certain personality types and provides techniques for de-escalation without physical conflict.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
31 Jan. 2026
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From a valuation perspective, this presents an appealing entry point.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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And looming beyond any legislative solution is a governor who is widely considered a likely candidate for president in 2028 — a race in which California’s persistent budget deficits presents a political liability.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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