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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
Her fans started donating $13 — Swift’s favorite number — to the Monterey Bay Aquarium to show their appreciation for the singer.
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Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
Bobbie for Change is donating $75,000 to partner organizations working hard for these changes, including Paid Leave for All, BirthFUND, and 4Kira4Moms.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 15 Oct. 2025
Local businesses can also get involved by donating candy to the event or by providing sponsorship for the event's hands-on activities, Castro said.
—Alyssa N. Salcedo, jsonline.com, 14 Oct. 2025
The Raiders used the Mustangs’ weight room before donating some equipment to the Newport-Mesa school, Costa Mesa football coach Gary Gonzalez said.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 14 Oct. 2025
Federal Election Commission records show Talbott has given tens of thousands of dollars to campaigns for Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton, and Jon Tester, while also donating to the Democratic National Committee and the anti-Trump Lincoln Project.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 13 Oct. 2025
The lead vocalist and bassist of Rush was back at the museum that houses an impressive baseball collection Lee began donating to the museum nearly 20 years ago.
—Kansas City Star, 13 Oct. 2025
And the district has already committed to donating about 4 acres for a light rail stop that would serve the development and the nearby Bank of America Stadium.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
The winner won’t be taking the £100,000 to the bank, but rather donating it to charity.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 8 Oct. 2025
Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
Bobbie for Change is donating $75,000 to partner organizations working hard for these changes, including Paid Leave for All, BirthFUND, and 4Kira4Moms.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 15 Oct. 2025
Local businesses can also get involved by donating candy to the event or by providing sponsorship for the event's hands-on activities, Castro said.
—Alyssa N. Salcedo, jsonline.com, 14 Oct. 2025
The Raiders used the Mustangs’ weight room before donating some equipment to the Newport-Mesa school, Costa Mesa football coach Gary Gonzalez said.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 14 Oct. 2025
Federal Election Commission records show Talbott has given tens of thousands of dollars to campaigns for Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton, and Jon Tester, while also donating to the Democratic National Committee and the anti-Trump Lincoln Project.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 13 Oct. 2025
The lead vocalist and bassist of Rush was back at the museum that houses an impressive baseball collection Lee began donating to the museum nearly 20 years ago.
—Kansas City Star, 13 Oct. 2025
And the district has already committed to donating about 4 acres for a light rail stop that would serve the development and the nearby Bank of America Stadium.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
The winner won’t be taking the £100,000 to the bank, but rather donating it to charity.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for donating
Verb
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Bloom then began volunteering as an English tutor for a Syrian family.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
18 Oct. 2025
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Even for those already in jobs, volunteering to do extra work within your business or externally, could help secure your next position.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These are the microbes that convert sugar into alcohol or acid contributing to the final taste.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
18 Oct. 2025
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According to the study, Igatuia Cavernicola likely plays an important role in its cave ecosystem by eating decomposing organic matter, thereby cycling nutrients and contributing to the habitat’s overall health and function.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The three-bedroom model is currently priced lower than the two-bedroom version on Amazon—essentially giving you an extra room for free.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Oct. 2025
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Thanks for giving this beautiful baby a home!—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Sandy Baltimore beat opponent Maelle Garbino to almost every loose ball, presenting a constant threat on the left.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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In response, geolocation firms have begun presenting alternative options that tie prices to monthly unique active users, or in some cases, revenue.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Healthy Oils and Vinaigrettes A drizzle of olive oil, avocado oil, balsamic vinegar, or apple cider vinegar can help add some flavor and texture to your salad while providing you with healthy fats.—
Allison Forsyth,
Health,
21 Oct. 2025
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The Texas Workforce Commission is providing assistance to employers who want to help meet the child care needs of their employees.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Donating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/donating. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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