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as in to render (to)

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noun

as in discount

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Recent Examples of give back
Verb
The program also facilitates a number of charitable initiatives intended to give back to the community. — ABC News, 24 June 2026 Nightlight adds a new way for the congregation to give back to the Hartford homeless population. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2026
Noun
And just as its giveback has expanded beyond Colorado, so too has the reach of its membership. — Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 11 Dec. 2025 The next day, TDE will host its annual community giveback event. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 4 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for give back
Recent Examples of Synonyms for give back
  1. reciprocate
  2. discount
  3. rebate
  4. reduction
  5. kickback
  6. deduction
  7. abatement
Verb
  • Okert reciprocates by turning to Imai’s trainer, Kentaro Sasaki, and offering the same emphatic greeting.
    — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 1 July 2026
  • Members of the Algerian team are reciprocating Lawrence’s appreciation by engulfing themselves in KU’s Jayhawk culture.
    — PJ Green June 13, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Definition of reciprocate
Noun
  • Apparently, a jewelry sale was ongoing that required the use of a store card for a nearly 50% discount.
    — Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 10 July 2026
  • This is from Company D, which is a discount store for Disneyland.
    — Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Definition of discount
Noun
  • For that, Oklahoma can thank its generous stackable tax incentive system, which allows jurisdictions to provide their own incentives on top of the state’s 20 percent base rebate.
    — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
  • Sales of EVs so far this year are down at least 20% from the first half of 2025, according to Cox, a direct result of the end of the federal rebate last September.
    — Alan Ohnsman, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of rebate
Noun
  • In Cañon City, Colorado, authorities are aiming for a 20% to 30% reduction in water use while asking residents to voluntarily conserve outdoor water consumption.
    — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • Voltage reductions were also happening earlier in the day in parts of Staten Island, Queens, the Bronx, Brooklyn and Westchester, Con Edison spokesperson Jamie McShane told CNN.
    — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Definition of reduction
Noun
  • Kashou and others allegedly received kickback payments from the lab owners using Medicare reimbursements, prosecutors said.
    — Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2026
  • Admission to the kickback is free, and online registration is available.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
Definition of kickback
Noun
  • Important public policy delivered through deductions, deferrals and account rules that reward people who already have cash to save.
    — Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • Many states also provide tax deductions or credits for contributions.
    — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 7 July 2026
Definition of deduction
Noun
  • The district finished abatement for the properties this May, meaning issues like asbestos and standing storm water were resolved, and buildings were cleared for demolition.
    — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2026
  • If this happens, consult a heating, cooling, or mold abatement professional.
    — Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 28 June 2026
Definition of abatement

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