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as in volunteered
to make a present of
thanked all the tutors who generously gave their time to help students after school
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as in handed
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
gave my camera to my father to hold while I went swimming
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as in offered
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
the author will give a reading from her latest work at 7:00 p.m.
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as in collapsed
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
they loaded the shopping cart with so much food it gave under all the weight
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as in paid
to hand over or use up in payment
I wouldn't give a nickel for such a run-down car
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as in voiced
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
she gave her opinion on the matter very firmly and unmistakably
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as in devoted
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention
totally gave himself to his studies in the hopes of winning a scholarship for next year
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as in supplied
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
gave him my e-mail address
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as in tendered
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
she gave the committee her grant proposal
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as in transmitted
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
she gave her cold to me, and now I'm so sick that I can barely get out of bed
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Recent Examples of gave
Examining and reexamining Blume’s work as an adult also gave Oppenheimer a better perspective of her writing style.
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Whitney Friedlander, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
The second half would be as testy as the first half promised, with neither team leading by more than three points until a late 9-0 run from the Falcons gave them a 63-57 edge with 2 minutes remaining.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 10 Mar. 2026
The subcommittee gave Helmer a chance to respond.
—Arkansas Online, 10 Mar. 2026
That broader slate gave voters more reasons to show up while county parties try to rebuild infrastructure ahead of November, analysts said.
—William Tong, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
The bot walked visitors through an investment pitch, gave detailed return estimates and guided them to send cryptocurrency payments.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
Searching for his spots on the floor and taking what Milwaukee’s defense gave him, Banchero shot 3 for 4 from 3-point range in the second quarter.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
Mizban gave Boehm the task of designing something better.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
In the end, a small delegation — including the team’s head coach — attended the ceremony, but the conflict gave a tangible example of the tension that was already simmering.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Whitney Friedlander, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
The second half would be as testy as the first half promised, with neither team leading by more than three points until a late 9-0 run from the Falcons gave them a 63-57 edge with 2 minutes remaining.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 10 Mar. 2026
The subcommittee gave Helmer a chance to respond.
—Arkansas Online, 10 Mar. 2026
That broader slate gave voters more reasons to show up while county parties try to rebuild infrastructure ahead of November, analysts said.
—William Tong, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
The bot walked visitors through an investment pitch, gave detailed return estimates and guided them to send cryptocurrency payments.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
Searching for his spots on the floor and taking what Milwaukee’s defense gave him, Banchero shot 3 for 4 from 3-point range in the second quarter.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
Mizban gave Boehm the task of designing something better.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
In the end, a small delegation — including the team’s head coach — attended the ceremony, but the conflict gave a tangible example of the tension that was already simmering.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gave
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General manager Dan Morgan has volunteered that outlook regularly since the team’s elimination from the playoffs in mid-January.—
Mike Kaye
March 3,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Mar. 2026
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Elizabeth Gill has volunteered at fire stations across Atlanta for a decade.—
Donald Fountain,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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The case in Rio de Janeiro’s famed beachside neighborhood, which allegedly took place in January, gained national traction last week when four suspects handed themselves over to authorities.—
Eléonore Hughes,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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According to Melissa, on October 28, 1977, Sharrey’s mom dropped her off at her boyfriend’s mobile home and handed her $20.—
Audrey Abrahams,
NBC news,
8 Mar. 2026
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Township officials also offered assistance during a public meeting to help address those concerns, but the university declined the help, the lawsuit alleges.—
Frederick Sutton Sinclair,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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An immigration official offered him ibuprofen and urged him to consider leaving for another country.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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In October, the company’s stock collapsed to less than $1 per share after a debt deal, down from its peak of nearly $235 per share in 2019.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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When the old order collapsed, Iran’s networks were ready.—
Farah N. Jan,
The Conversation,
10 Mar. 2026
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The annuity is paid out as one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments, according to the Mega Millions website.—
Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Department leaders placed the officer involved on paid administrative leave while the shooting is investigated, per department policy.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
6 Mar. 2026
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Then there was the fact that Carolyn’s mother, Ann Messina Freeman (played by Constance Zimmer), reportedly had her doubts ahead of the wedding and voiced them in a tense rehearsal dinner speech the night before the big day.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
6 Mar. 2026
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At least three curriculum committee members voiced concerns about Uthmeier’s drip-feed approach to assigning class readings and a lack of clear grading standards.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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With a passion for racial justice, economic fairness, immigrant rights and equality for the LGBTQ community, Michael Caga-anan Aguhar devoted his time to helping community organizations in the Chicago area.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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In an unusual move, Colbert devoted an entire segment of his show to the issue raising not only concerns about overreach from the FCC but also boosting Talarico’s profile by association.—
Abid Rahman,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Mar. 2026
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Already, the county has announced the closure of seven public health clinics that provided vaccinations and disease testing, largely because of funding losses tied to federal grant cuts.—
Angela Hart,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The backstory Under Canvas made a name for itself during the pandemic thanks to its ability to create upscale camping experiences that provided equal doses of fresh air and community during a time of social distancing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Gave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gave. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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