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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
While the state is often seen as a popular retirement destination thanks to its warm weather, tranquil lifestyle and appealing landscapes, that demand also contributes to increasing prices.
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Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
By focusing on the everyday realities of modern life—from the unpredictability of urban traffic to the desire for spontaneous exploration—Ausom contributes to a more thoughtful vision of mobility.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
With an increasing share of capital migrating to passive, private credit provides compelling active management offset—and one that also contributes to the long-term health of our economy.
—Mike Terwilliger, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
Simultaneously, their shrinking contributes directly to rising sea levels, one of the most profound and far-reaching consequences of climate change.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Its efficiency contributes to the usually empty stations, even during peak hours, at the convention center.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025
Louisville Metro Animal Services responds to thousands of calls about off-leash pets annually, which contributes to shelter overcrowding.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
The scholarship covers tuition fees and contributes to living costs, while also offering the recipient one-on-one mentorship from the Dior Men’s design team.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025
Prolonged sitting contributes to chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and metabolic issues, even in active individuals.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2025
Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
By focusing on the everyday realities of modern life—from the unpredictability of urban traffic to the desire for spontaneous exploration—Ausom contributes to a more thoughtful vision of mobility.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
With an increasing share of capital migrating to passive, private credit provides compelling active management offset—and one that also contributes to the long-term health of our economy.
—Mike Terwilliger, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
Simultaneously, their shrinking contributes directly to rising sea levels, one of the most profound and far-reaching consequences of climate change.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Its efficiency contributes to the usually empty stations, even during peak hours, at the convention center.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025
Louisville Metro Animal Services responds to thousands of calls about off-leash pets annually, which contributes to shelter overcrowding.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
The scholarship covers tuition fees and contributes to living costs, while also offering the recipient one-on-one mentorship from the Dior Men’s design team.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025
Prolonged sitting contributes to chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and metabolic issues, even in active individuals.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contributes
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When nonprofits choose to hold their events in one of the private rooms, Hop Atomica donates a portion of sales back to the organization.—
Lennie Omalza,
Louisville Courier Journal,
28 Oct. 2025
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King of Christmas also donates thousands of trees to underprivileged families and communities impacted by natural disasters each year.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
20 Oct. 2025
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Yeraldin also volunteers as a bilingual translator during Parent Nights, bridging communication between families and staff.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Today, my wife volunteers at our tennis club, takes pottery and Dutch lessons, and plays sports.—
Alex Trias,
CNBC,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Article 1 of the Constitution specifically gives Congress the power to declare war.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
28 Oct. 2025
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Billed as an action crime drama, which gives a magical realism twist to a real-life figure.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
28 Oct. 2025
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Target leans back towards DEI Target last week highlighted its partnership with the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs that provides education and other services to Black founders of small businesses.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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Upcycling solid wastes This technique provides a versatile, scalable, and efficient strategy for upcycling solid wastes into high-performance materials for environmental and energy catalysis, as per the study.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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This evolution presents a major opportunity for telcos.—
Astha Bhardwaj,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Halloween 5 presents more supernatural elements than previous Halloween films, with Jamie having a telepathic connection to her murderous uncle, and Michael being cursed and controlled by a cult to kill his family members.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Contributes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contributes. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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