1
as in donations
something given to someone without expectation of a return
gave him an unusual birthday gift
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2
as in talents
a special and usually inborn ability
has a gift for making guests feel right at home
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as in blesses
to furnish freely or naturally with some power, quality, or attribute
gifted with an uncanny ability to persuade people to do things they ordinarily wouldn't
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Recent Examples of gifts
Anja Webb, Parents, 6 Nov. 2025
Before the busy holiday season is in full swing, shop the 50 best holiday gifts at Amazon.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
The Billboard Holiday Countdown unwraps musical gifts from evergreen stars including Bobby Helms, Burl Ives, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley and Andy Williams mixing merrily with hits by the likes of Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey, Kelly Clarkson, Ariana Grande and Pentatonix.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2025
However, that was violated because Khalil Tatum gave gifts to Relisha and her mother.
—Dateline Nbc, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
The prosecution has accused Khan of keeping the Bulgari set and 107 other state gifts through similar malpractices.
—Rafia Zakaria, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Then it is revealed that Christmas is canceled as the elves are fronting a strike and steal the Christmas gifts in rebellion.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The sale is packed with versatile finds perfect for upgrading your wardrobe—and many pieces would also make thoughtful early holiday gifts.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025
Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The announcement effectively gifts the largest and most dangerous polluters in the country the right to unregulated emissions.
—Ryan Gellert, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
But when the book club gifts Polly an ancestry kit, she’s matched with a stranger.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Noun
There are a lot of options when looking for gifts for 7-year-olds, but some of my favorites include the viral Wall Crawler Gecko, the Bop It, and a scary-cool blind box doll set.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 6 Nov. 2025
Before the busy holiday season is in full swing, shop the 50 best holiday gifts at Amazon.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
The Billboard Holiday Countdown unwraps musical gifts from evergreen stars including Bobby Helms, Burl Ives, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley and Andy Williams mixing merrily with hits by the likes of Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey, Kelly Clarkson, Ariana Grande and Pentatonix.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2025
However, that was violated because Khalil Tatum gave gifts to Relisha and her mother.
—Dateline Nbc, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
The prosecution has accused Khan of keeping the Bulgari set and 107 other state gifts through similar malpractices.
—Rafia Zakaria, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Then it is revealed that Christmas is canceled as the elves are fronting a strike and steal the Christmas gifts in rebellion.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The sale is packed with versatile finds perfect for upgrading your wardrobe—and many pieces would also make thoughtful early holiday gifts.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025
Verb
The accident leaves him horrifically disfigured, but also gifts him with enhanced strength.
—Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The announcement effectively gifts the largest and most dangerous polluters in the country the right to unregulated emissions.
—Ryan Gellert, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
But when the book club gifts Polly an ancestry kit, she’s matched with a stranger.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gifts
Noun
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The White House did not release the size of the donations for all 37 listed.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Federal investigation reveals wide criminal net Browse the website of Chen’s Prince Group, and the company’s public image is one of charitable endeavors, business accolades and awards for corporate social responsibility initiatives, large donations to anti-Covid efforts, and education programs.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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His mind and interests and talents — beyond music as well — are so unique.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
25 Oct. 2025
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These tryouts attracted numerous prominent independent wrestling talents from around the globe.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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At the same time, Venus enters Libra and blesses your sector of expansion, travel, education, and big-picture dreams.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Best Gifts for 5-Year-Olds When looking for gifts for 5-year-olds, opt for presents that encourage cooperative play, such as a family-friendly board game.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Running Point actress was spotted shopping for holiday presents last December with a hands-free bag strapped across her body, and just one 12-second TikTok clip persuaded us to dole out some change on a purse that’s just like hers.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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More money is apt to make homeschooling worse and far less tailored to the individual student and their interests and aptitudes by encouraging parents to substitute pricey group programs for the requisite effort of individualized instruction.—
Marie Sapirie,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Students are sorted into these houses based on their personalities and magical aptitudes.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Constitution endows Congress with the authority to do just that, if only the body could be motivated to act.—
Robert Goulder,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Taking care of her niece endows the narrator with purpose; love overpowers her.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Get specific prompts to optimize emails, memos and presentations for tone, context and audience.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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There will be presentations to honor veterans, guest speakers and a salute from the Vista City Council.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The tall, elegant arches house a variety of books and knick-knacks.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2025
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The set includes 25 clear plastic pieces in different sizes to hold random knick knacks, cosmetics, kitchen utensils and gadgets, and much more.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Gifts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gifts. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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