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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
Thomas finished just shy of a triple-double, contributing 15 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists.
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Ben Pickman, New York Times, 4 Oct. 2025
That is how Katie Hamilton, the sister of Thomas Jacob Sanford, the man police say launched a fatal attack on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township, describes the Mormons and many others contributing to a fundraiser to help her family.
—Leah Olajide, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
In February, Lujan was indicted on charges, including child abuse, evidence tampering and contributing to the dependency of a child, according to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.
—Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Apple peels are also packed with a high concentration of fiber, contributing to better digestion and weight management.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2025
Tariffs are contributing to rising grocery prices on items like coffee, wine, and various goods from China.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025
Derek Trucks is among those contributing to the copious liner notes.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Oct. 2025
Also contributing to a slower end of year is a later Lunar New Year in February 2026.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
But Giuliani accused the company again of contributing to voter fraud not long after on his radio show.
—Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 27 Sep. 2025
Ben Pickman, New York Times, 4 Oct. 2025
That is how Katie Hamilton, the sister of Thomas Jacob Sanford, the man police say launched a fatal attack on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township, describes the Mormons and many others contributing to a fundraiser to help her family.
—Leah Olajide, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
In February, Lujan was indicted on charges, including child abuse, evidence tampering and contributing to the dependency of a child, according to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.
—Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Apple peels are also packed with a high concentration of fiber, contributing to better digestion and weight management.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2025
Tariffs are contributing to rising grocery prices on items like coffee, wine, and various goods from China.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025
Derek Trucks is among those contributing to the copious liner notes.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Oct. 2025
Also contributing to a slower end of year is a later Lunar New Year in February 2026.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
But Giuliani accused the company again of contributing to voter fraud not long after on his radio show.
—Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 27 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contributing
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Post intact materials for free pick up in your neighborhood’s buy-sell-trade group or inquire about donating them to a charity such as Habitat for Humanity ReStore.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Oct. 2025
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In honor of Kentucky’s state parks and natural wonders, New Era Whiskey Company is donating $3,000 to the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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Tanner and her team are not alone—the community has rallied their support to rebuild their beloved community gardens with hundreds of people volunteering their time to help.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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With a passion to help people, Klie now wants to spend more time volunteering to help the homeless in Columbia.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Ross is also taller, giving officers more viewing coverage above crowds than Walking Horses, which can be as short as 14 hands, or 4 feet, 9 inches tall.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Free friendship bracelets at Insomnia Cookies Meanwhile, Insomnia Cookies is giving customers free friendship bracelets for the day.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
3 Oct. 2025
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Its speakers also improved, providing clearer vocals and deeper bass than before.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
7 Oct. 2025
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The digital reproduction of the color and contrast in the IMAX 70mm and VistaVision prints was extremely impressive, providing a pretty acceptable facsimile of VistaVision’s grain while being a little less soft than the IMAX 70mm presentation.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
7 Oct. 2025
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Under long-standing (and still existing) federal law, hospitals are required to treat, stabilize or transfer anyone presenting with a serious medical condition that could be considered an emergency.—
Todd Spangler,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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As the credits roll, the short film nods to that possibility, presenting a series of clips of different hotel owners proudly introducing themselves to the audience.—
Catherine E. Shoichet,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Contributing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contributing. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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