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to make a present of
contributes money to a variety of worthy causes
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Recent Examples of contributes
The technology produces lower emissions than a simple bonfire, leading to cleaner, healthier air that contributes less to climate change.
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Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
Civic engagement contributes to the health and economic well-being of communities.
—Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
The Grand Canyon contributes blue-corn pancakes with pine nut-honey butter, and Wyoming’s Grand Teton a Signal Mountain wild-game chili.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2026
Fruit contributes to fiber intake in a way that’s both practical and appealing.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 9 Mar. 2026
Not only does the city experience a high pollen count early in the spring, but year-round damp weather also contributes to mold growth and spore release, triggering allergies.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2026
Beyond his academic commitment, Carson is always willing to lend a hand to classmates and contributes positively to the classroom community.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Mar. 2026
Trump has also sought to cancel wind power projects while elevating coal — which contributes to climate change — as a source of energy.
—Josh Boak, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
Hindustan Times | Hindustan Times | Getty Images The Indian diaspora in the Gulf countries contributes nearly 38% to India's total remittance inflows, according to a Citi report.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026
Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
Civic engagement contributes to the health and economic well-being of communities.
—Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
The Grand Canyon contributes blue-corn pancakes with pine nut-honey butter, and Wyoming’s Grand Teton a Signal Mountain wild-game chili.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2026
Fruit contributes to fiber intake in a way that’s both practical and appealing.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 9 Mar. 2026
Not only does the city experience a high pollen count early in the spring, but year-round damp weather also contributes to mold growth and spore release, triggering allergies.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2026
Beyond his academic commitment, Carson is always willing to lend a hand to classmates and contributes positively to the classroom community.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Mar. 2026
Trump has also sought to cancel wind power projects while elevating coal — which contributes to climate change — as a source of energy.
—Josh Boak, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
Hindustan Times | Hindustan Times | Getty Images The Indian diaspora in the Gulf countries contributes nearly 38% to India's total remittance inflows, according to a Citi report.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contributes
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For every stay booked, Nômade donates $1 to Tulum Sostenible, an organization that aims to help protect the ecosystem, clean trash from the streets and ocean, and promote waste reduction.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
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Conceived as a team-building exercise for the festival’s producers, Wespac Construction, M3F donates 100% of its proceeds to charity.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Released in 2025, Diouf now volunteers to help female inmates in Senegal.—
Ricci Shryock,
NPR,
14 Mar. 2026
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The 46-year-old attorney frequently protests at Broadview and also volunteers as a rapid responder, reporting on federal agents’ activities in neighborhoods.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
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Live Nation’s access to Ticketmaster data gives it a lot of competitive advantages with projecting pricing, which could now include shows that are not its own.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Local original artwork from contemporary Mexican artists lines the walls, custom furniture gives the spaces a stylish touch, and there’s a library with an honor bar that overlooks the peaceful (and oh-so-green) Parque Lincoln.—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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The system provides tools to plan, execute, and analyze information campaigns while incorporating compliance and oversight mechanisms.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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Yes there’s a rooftop bar, and yes there’s a club, but even the most dedicated nightlife enjoyer needs a peaceful place to crash when the party’s over, and the Public provides that too.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Mar. 2026
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Kaplan opted to endorse Matsui over Vang, who presents the most serious challenger for Matsui, 81, since she was elected to the seat previously held by her husband in 2005.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Newsom’s book presents him as a man who’s overcome struggles, including academic difficulties and the hurdles his single mom faced.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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