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
Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
The declaration, in honor of the billionaire philanthropist whose gifts boosted arts, science, education and cultural causes and more across Los Angeles for decades, marks a collaboration between the County of Los Angeles and the cities of Los Angeles, Santa Monica and Beverly Hills.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
The foundation has donated regularly and significantly to the Phillips since the 1990s, with past gifts supporting a variety of initiatives as well as the 2006 renovation and expansion of its conservation studio.
—News Desk, Artforum, 10 June 2026
As detailed in the museum’s current exhibition on The Beautiful Game and described by Naylor, soldiers put arms aside, exchanged gifts, collected their dead, sang Christmas songs together and played soccer with each other.
—Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
Plus, there’s loads of brand specific gifts with purchase and a 10-piece gift bag exclusive to BlueRewards members.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 June 2026
Isola Santa Cristina produces its own wine, Ammiana, which is not generally for sale but is reserved for the owner’s private use and as gifts.
—Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 10 June 2026
One of those gifts is Spielberg’s ability to place himself in his work almost without realizing it.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 10 June 2026
Some local high school seniors will soon be receiving graduation gifts with a lot of heart.
—Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
Then, in an act of generosity, Isaac gifts Jay’s recliner to the basement ghosts.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2026
The best Studio Ghibli gifts to buy Totoro is a Studio Ghibli fan favorite, and this fluffy Totoro Catbus is one of the film’s most recognizable icons.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
World tennis champion Jannik Sinner gifts a tennis racket to Pope Leo XIV, during a private meeting, on May 14, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican.
—Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
The beloved icon has a long history of philanthropy, including her incredible Imagination Library program that gifts children around the country with books.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2026
The Capital One Venture X also gifts you 10,000 bonus miles each account anniversary, which is worth at least $100 in travel.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026
Cowboys-Commanders gifts us two hugely disappointing teams eliminated from playoff contention.
—Miami Herald, 23 Dec. 2025
The holiday season is here and the final episodes of Stranger Things will air on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve, so there's never been a better time to search for the best Stranger Things gifts out there.
—Alexander Cox, Space.com, 20 Dec. 2025
Noun
Vaccination is one of the greatest gifts humanity has ever given itself.
—Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
The declaration, in honor of the billionaire philanthropist whose gifts boosted arts, science, education and cultural causes and more across Los Angeles for decades, marks a collaboration between the County of Los Angeles and the cities of Los Angeles, Santa Monica and Beverly Hills.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
The foundation has donated regularly and significantly to the Phillips since the 1990s, with past gifts supporting a variety of initiatives as well as the 2006 renovation and expansion of its conservation studio.
—News Desk, Artforum, 10 June 2026
As detailed in the museum’s current exhibition on The Beautiful Game and described by Naylor, soldiers put arms aside, exchanged gifts, collected their dead, sang Christmas songs together and played soccer with each other.
—Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
Plus, there’s loads of brand specific gifts with purchase and a 10-piece gift bag exclusive to BlueRewards members.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 June 2026
Isola Santa Cristina produces its own wine, Ammiana, which is not generally for sale but is reserved for the owner’s private use and as gifts.
—Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 10 June 2026
One of those gifts is Spielberg’s ability to place himself in his work almost without realizing it.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 10 June 2026
Some local high school seniors will soon be receiving graduation gifts with a lot of heart.
—Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Verb
The Godfather of Harlem star, who has portrayed the character for more than 350 episodes, reveals that every day and every new script gifts him with a new life lesson.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
Then, in an act of generosity, Isaac gifts Jay’s recliner to the basement ghosts.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2026
The best Studio Ghibli gifts to buy Totoro is a Studio Ghibli fan favorite, and this fluffy Totoro Catbus is one of the film’s most recognizable icons.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
World tennis champion Jannik Sinner gifts a tennis racket to Pope Leo XIV, during a private meeting, on May 14, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican.
—Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
The beloved icon has a long history of philanthropy, including her incredible Imagination Library program that gifts children around the country with books.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2026
The Capital One Venture X also gifts you 10,000 bonus miles each account anniversary, which is worth at least $100 in travel.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026
Cowboys-Commanders gifts us two hugely disappointing teams eliminated from playoff contention.
—Miami Herald, 23 Dec. 2025
The holiday season is here and the final episodes of Stranger Things will air on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve, so there's never been a better time to search for the best Stranger Things gifts out there.
—Alexander Cox, Space.com, 20 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gifts
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The family said donations will help cover costs associated with investigative genetic genealogy and other forensic techniques used to identify suspects in cases that have gone cold.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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The million-dollar-plus donations by local billionaire philanthropists, who are aging and may need medical treatment themselves, are aimed at improving cancer care, funding research to prevent and treat diseases, fueling major hospital expansions, and adding specialized pediatric care.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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At 18, he is already recognised as one of the sport’s outstanding talents, but this is his first World Cup.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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But the most intriguing player in the post-Messi and Ronaldo generation is Yamal, whose otherworldly talents and sense and anticipation of the game are matched only by his charisma and imagination.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Venus conjunct Jupiter in Cancer blesses your 11th house of friends, community and long-term hopes, making collaboration warmer and all the more promising.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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At a monastery in the Himalayan foothills, a teenage Buddhist lama blesses thousands.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Whatever your dad, grandfather, father-in-law or father figure prefers, there’s a gift for him on this list of fun — and functional — presents.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
9 June 2026
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But most are here for the opportunity this blank canvas presents.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
Noun
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For this class, the premise is that your purpose in life lies to the intersection of your values, your aptitudes and your interests.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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This model reflects Japan’s long-standing corporate culture, which prioritizes new hires for their general potential—their aptitudes and aspirations, as opposed to their current skill sets or university majors—and then trains them on the job.—
GRACIA LIU-FARRER,
Foreign Affairs,
18 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The unique porous structure of this magnesium foam endows the material with exceptional mechanical properties, combining high formability with high energy absorption.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
19 May 2026
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Jinn endows Jung with hidden dimensions of pain and regret.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Zoo will offer special entertainment programming such as concerts, dance competitions, trampoline shows, parades featuring life-size animal puppets and acrobats and interactive presentations on animals from around the world.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 June 2026
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The design event kicks off Wednesday, with presentations and exhibits unfolding from the waterfront districts of Christianshavn to Islands Brygge.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Donate your knick-knacks to the thrift store for the true collectors to snatch up.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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There are thousands of different novelties, knick-knacks and souvenirs here.—
John Lauritsen,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Gifts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gifts. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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