as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return
offering a Caribbean vacation giveaway to the millionth customer
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as in to display
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the insincerity of his apology was given away by that slight smirk on his face
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as in to donate
to make a present of
gave away all her potted plants when she moved
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Recent Examples of giveaway
Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 23 July 2025
Mayes wrote a letter last year to the BIA and its parent agency, the U.S. Department of the Interior, asking officials to fund crucial grid reliability updates as soon as possible and provide cooling centers and ice giveaways during power disruptions, among other actions.
—Sasha Hupka, AZCentral.com, 23 July 2025
David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2025
Rewards program The company is giving away $1 million worth of free Chipotle to reward members, including 10,000 free burrito drops every week, as part of their Chipotle Summer of Extras program.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Noun
An official grand opening is set for Monday, Aug. 4 and will feature giveaways, along with a few surprises.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 23 July 2025
Mayes wrote a letter last year to the BIA and its parent agency, the U.S. Department of the Interior, asking officials to fund crucial grid reliability updates as soon as possible and provide cooling centers and ice giveaways during power disruptions, among other actions.
—Sasha Hupka, AZCentral.com, 23 July 2025
Verb
Community Health Partnership of Illinois offered a four-hour back-to-school wellness fair on Friday morning in Aurora that included giving away up to 100 backpacks filled with school supplies as well as offering school and sports physicals.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2025
Rewards program The company is giving away $1 million worth of free Chipotle to reward members, including 10,000 free burrito drops every week, as part of their Chipotle Summer of Extras program.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for giveaway
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The Milwaukee Sentinel reported on its front page Aug. 14, 1937, that Milwaukee County had accepted a $60,000 gift to build a concert bandshell in Washington Park on the city's west side.—
Chris Foran,
jsonline.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Find boutique fashion at Pink Threads, consignment clothing at Valerie’s Loft, and home goods and other gift items at The Cardinal’s Nest. Hike at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park The scenery at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park is second to none.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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For example, china sets, silverware, crystal, and collectibles will all bring a more showstopping effect when displayed altogether.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Aug. 2025
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However, those who are less party-minded will love other events like the Classic Car Parade, and should plan on visiting the oversized flower displays that decorate the city.—
Carley Rojas Ávila,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Through the work of this entity, the U.S. had become the global leader in donating to anti-malaria programs and research.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Viewers will be able to donate to the cause through the Up2Us to #StandUpToCancer campaign, running through Sunday, Aug. 31.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
6 Aug. 2025
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Allegheny Mountain Radio has received more than a hundred and seventy individual donations, adding up to tens of thousands of dollars.—
Oliver Whang,
New Yorker,
7 Aug. 2025
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Additionally, the recipient’s school music program will receive a $10,000 instrument donation to support continued music education.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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But any study of Maye’s recent tape reveals a quarterback playing simply to survive at times behind bad offensive lines — his last at North Carolina and his first in New England.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
16 Aug. 2025
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In less than four weeks, all will be revealed about the iPhone 17 series.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Meyers has volunteered more than five years with KC Pet Project, devoted to fostering kittens who need bottle feeding, a job requiring 24/7 attention.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
12 Aug. 2025
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Turley’s greatest interests, however, were volunteering in politics and social services.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Aug. 2025
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At present, the ratio is more in keeping with a 90/10 split in favor of linear TV.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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At present, there are no details on the containment or cause of the fire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Imports from China early this year had surged to beat Trump's tariffs, but dropped steeply in June, Commerce Department data showed last week.—
Trevor Hunnicutt,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
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Hits Back at South Park Portrayal: 'Lazy' FAA registration records showed the TBM 700 was built in 2011 and listed to Meter Sky of Pullman, Washington.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Giveaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giveaway. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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