as in volunteering
to make a present of
we plan to donate all the profits from the rummage sale to charity
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Recent Examples of donating
Anyone donating blood Saturday will receive a free movie ticket as a thank you gift.
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
In addition to being able to shop in the vein of Miller's effortless, glam vibe, DSW is also donating a portion of sales of from the edit (up to $25,000) to the Girl Scouts of Greater New York in honor of Miller's experiences with the organization during her childhood in Georgia.
—ABC News, 20 May 2026
Plant Ties Gym clothes and activewear often see signs of heavy use that prevent them from being accepted by thrift stores, but there's still an outdoor alternative to donating or throwing these stretchy items away.
—Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 20 May 2026
Many nonprofits supplement government benefits, so donating to them is a form of redistribution.
—Allison Schrager, Twin Cities, 19 May 2026
By donating at the market value of the shares, Buffett gets credit for the appreciation in the shares.
—Robert W. Wood, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Musk’s core claim was that the co-founders had manipulated him into donating millions of dollars and eventually turned OpenAI into a for-profit.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Jeanie Buss Buss has added an unexpected twist to the Los Angeles mayoral race by donating the maximum allowed $1,800 to Pratt’s campaign.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
Older Clothing Check labels before donating an entire closet of clothing, especially if clothing items are more than 25 years old.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 18 May 2026
Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
In addition to being able to shop in the vein of Miller's effortless, glam vibe, DSW is also donating a portion of sales of from the edit (up to $25,000) to the Girl Scouts of Greater New York in honor of Miller's experiences with the organization during her childhood in Georgia.
—ABC News, 20 May 2026
Plant Ties Gym clothes and activewear often see signs of heavy use that prevent them from being accepted by thrift stores, but there's still an outdoor alternative to donating or throwing these stretchy items away.
—Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 20 May 2026
Many nonprofits supplement government benefits, so donating to them is a form of redistribution.
—Allison Schrager, Twin Cities, 19 May 2026
By donating at the market value of the shares, Buffett gets credit for the appreciation in the shares.
—Robert W. Wood, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Musk’s core claim was that the co-founders had manipulated him into donating millions of dollars and eventually turned OpenAI into a for-profit.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Jeanie Buss Buss has added an unexpected twist to the Los Angeles mayoral race by donating the maximum allowed $1,800 to Pratt’s campaign.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
Older Clothing Check labels before donating an entire closet of clothing, especially if clothing items are more than 25 years old.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for donating
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This is about taking an online course in strategic management, volunteering to lead a project to practice your leadership skills or taking on a role that forces you to present to clients to build your communication skills.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Veterans understand this instinctively, voting at higher rates than civilians, volunteering more hours, running for office, and serving in government at greater rates.—
D’Juan Wilcher,
Boston Herald,
25 May 2026
Verb
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Beneath that, there’s seasoned oak, vanilla, cocoa, and subtle cigar-box notes of cedar and leather, with the Cognac cask contributing a light touch of rancio waxiness and nuttiness.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Australian scientists believe increasingly crowded waters and rising ocean temperatures are swaying sharks' migratory patterns, which may be contributing to a rise in attacks.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
Verb
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Hoff struck out 11 batters, giving him 76 strikeouts in 43 2/3 innings.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Plus, its fabric and zippers are the same color, giving the jacket an upscale monochromatic look.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Over five seasons, For All Mankind has been one of the smartest, most thrilling series on TV, presenting an alternate history in which the Soviets made it to the moon first.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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In response to Norris’ warnings last week, Suarez said the public works director was presenting a false choice.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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Ulrich said the cemetery is one of few nationally that has a memorial squad solely dedicated to providing full military honors.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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Stenergard highlighted Russia’s precarious condition to argue for tighter sanctions on its energy sector, namely a ban on providing maritime services, such as insurance, access to ports, and financing.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
24 May 2026
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“Donating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/donating. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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