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as in donating
to make a donation as part of a group effort
would you like to contribute to the Thanksgiving fund for needy families?
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as in volunteering
to make a present of
contributes money to a variety of worthy causes
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Recent Examples of contributing
The department said icy conditions caused some 18-wheelers to lose momentum and slide, contributing to the traffic backup.
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Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2026
The study found 85% of fatal crashes in the city occurred during low-light times of dawn, dusk or at night, contributing to off-road crashes, said Hatem Abou-Senna, Orange County’s project manager for the study.
—Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
The sisters ultimately combined for 33 points, with Lauren contributing nine in the fourth quarter.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 31 Jan. 2026
Caffeine-free options like peppermint, cinnamon, and ginger offer warmth and flavor while still contributing to your daily fluid intake.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
About every four years since 2012, rewards for Bitcoin mining have been cut roughly in half, thereby reducing new issuance and contributing to an increase in scarcity.
—Jason Phillips, Ascend Agency, 30 Jan. 2026
To her surprise, she wasn’t listed as a contributing artist on the track.
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Digital warfare is also contributing to the chaos.
—Christine Ro, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
So, to recap, nine penalties on nine different players, either directly leading to or at least contributing to all 31 of Carolina’s points.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 11 Jan. 2026
Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2026
The study found 85% of fatal crashes in the city occurred during low-light times of dawn, dusk or at night, contributing to off-road crashes, said Hatem Abou-Senna, Orange County’s project manager for the study.
—Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
The sisters ultimately combined for 33 points, with Lauren contributing nine in the fourth quarter.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 31 Jan. 2026
Caffeine-free options like peppermint, cinnamon, and ginger offer warmth and flavor while still contributing to your daily fluid intake.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
About every four years since 2012, rewards for Bitcoin mining have been cut roughly in half, thereby reducing new issuance and contributing to an increase in scarcity.
—Jason Phillips, Ascend Agency, 30 Jan. 2026
To her surprise, she wasn’t listed as a contributing artist on the track.
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Digital warfare is also contributing to the chaos.
—Christine Ro, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
So, to recap, nine penalties on nine different players, either directly leading to or at least contributing to all 31 of Carolina’s points.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contributing
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What surprised me most wasn’t just how easy the donating process was but how little people know about it, and the misconceptions that prevent them from ever trying.—
Dave Oates,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2026
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HexClad has already contributed directly to recovery efforts, donating cookware to families who lost their homes and helping provide tens of thousands of meals through community partnerships.—
Michelle Edgar,
Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Williams brought Raines to downtown Los Angeles, and the two began volunteering together on the street with Paul Avila, the founder of Pauly’s Project, another nonprofit that serves Skid Row’s homeless population.—
Joseph Serna,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
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According to his LinkedIn page, Qawasmi was consistently working and volunteering in his community.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Stocks @ Night is a daily newsletter delivered after hours, giving you a first look at tomorrow and last look at today.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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And then there’s the new DineAlley, which curates private culinary journeys across the Tasman Peninsula, giving guests behind-the-scenes access to working farms, vineyards, oyster sheds and distilleries that are otherwise difficult to visit on your own.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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But in January, with Ball dishing, Brandon Miller rolling, Miles Bridges dunking, Diabate rebounding and rookie Kon Knueppel providing some of everything, the Hornets have looked formidable.—
Scott Fowler The Charlotte Observer,
Arkansas Online,
2 Feb. 2026
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According to Jared Weiss, Spurs beat writer for The Athletic, the group has quickly evolved into a civic movement, engaging in local charity work and providing emotional support to fans facing health issues.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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Contemporary galleries like Canyon Road Contemporary Art, Edition One Gallery, and GF Contemporary, all of which are women-owned, add to the mix, highlighting innovative art from around the world and presenting an exciting calendar of art exhibitions, festivals, and shows.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Jan. 2026
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Guerriau resigned as senator in October, presenting the move as a political decision with no link to the legal proceedings.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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