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
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.
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
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
Walk to End Alzheimer's Keep the momentum in Alzheimer's research going by donating to this 5K walk fundraiser, held each year in over 600 communities across the nation.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Oct. 2025
What's even more unique is that fans can get in on the fun by donating to the Kickstarter for the film.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
There are many ways to make a difference, like donating blood or platelets, volunteering your time, or showing up for a friend.
—Maureen Carrig, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
Even if people can’t commit to fostering, Mauch encourages them to help in other ways—such as donating, taking a dog out for a few hours, posting their pictures on social media.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Zweig ended up donating a vast collection to us, including that John Lennon piano, Jimi Hendrix’s Marshall amplifier and one of his effects pedals, and some wardrobe from Madonna, and the top hat worn by Elton John on the cover of his album A Single Man, among others.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2025
Let’s help them out by volunteering at your local libraries or donating to them, and by vowing to fight book bans.
—Maris Kreizman
september 25, Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
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
Walk to End Alzheimer's Keep the momentum in Alzheimer's research going by donating to this 5K walk fundraiser, held each year in over 600 communities across the nation.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Oct. 2025
What's even more unique is that fans can get in on the fun by donating to the Kickstarter for the film.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
There are many ways to make a difference, like donating blood or platelets, volunteering your time, or showing up for a friend.
—Maureen Carrig, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
Even if people can’t commit to fostering, Mauch encourages them to help in other ways—such as donating, taking a dog out for a few hours, posting their pictures on social media.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Zweig ended up donating a vast collection to us, including that John Lennon piano, Jimi Hendrix’s Marshall amplifier and one of his effects pedals, and some wardrobe from Madonna, and the top hat worn by Elton John on the cover of his album A Single Man, among others.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2025
Let’s help them out by volunteering at your local libraries or donating to them, and by vowing to fight book bans.
—Maris Kreizman
september 25, Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for donating
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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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Thomas finished just shy of a triple-double, contributing 15 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
4 Oct. 2025
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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
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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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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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Mario Suarez-Maya, 47, from Mexico, was arrested following two prior DUI charges, three arrests for driving without a license, and an incident of providing a false name to law enforcement.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Master 4’s sensor remains unchanged, still providing smooth and accurate tracking on virtually any surface, with a maximum DPI of 8,000.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Donating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/donating. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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