as in donator
one that helps another with gifts or money
a list of donors in the charitable foundation's annual report
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Recent Examples of donor
Global affairs head Chris Lehane is considered the brainchild, while president Greg Brockman has been the biggest donor.
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Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
While Crew was initially placed on the transplant waiting list, his aunt Taylor became aware of the possibility for a living donor to safely give a portion of their liver to someone who is medically compatible.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
For the 24-hour period, alumni, faculty, staff, donors and community leaders are invited to contribute to Ivy Tech, according to a release.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
In 2025, less than 13% of donors — or roughly 3,000 people — were Black.
—Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
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Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
While Crew was initially placed on the transplant waiting list, his aunt Taylor became aware of the possibility for a living donor to safely give a portion of their liver to someone who is medically compatible.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
For the 24-hour period, alumni, faculty, staff, donors and community leaders are invited to contribute to Ivy Tech, according to a release.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
In 2025, less than 13% of donors — or roughly 3,000 people — were Black.
—Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for donor
Noun
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That’s the gold standard of cancer designations that allows patients and donators alike to understand Sylvester’s standards.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
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While Paytas’ Big Broadway Dream quickly sold out the St. James Theatre, donations of $5 to $25 to the Fund enters donators will be entered for a chance to win a front row pair of tickets.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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And our players are the biggest benefactor of all.—
Joseph Hoyt,
Dallas Morning News,
31 Mar. 2026
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The gifts have come from individual donors and corporate benefactors such as JBL, which has provided speakers and equipment, as well as guitar makers Fender and Gibson, among others.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Nick Kurczewski is a contributor at Edmunds.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Last year, the position was led by breakout contributor Boden Groen and Deshawn Hanika.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Nearly two years ago, Salty Iguana in Olathe was filled with the sounds of chatty patrons and sizzling fajitas.—
Jenna Thompson
April 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2026
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Saturday, April 4, near the intersection of Remount Road and Wilkinson Boulevard, and one of the patrons was injured when the suspect hit her with his car, court documents report.—
Mark Price
April 9,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Donor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/donor. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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