give over (to)

verb

Definition of give over (to)next
as in to cater (to)

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  1. give in
  2. submit
  3. bow
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  • Going forward, the Breakaway/Build model might spark more giving from foundations and corporations and others that are looking to give in simple, practical ways.
    — Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 10 July 2026
  • Other charitable gifts made quietly after Metro Label was sold in 2015 were given in the family’s name, not his own.
    — Peter Lane Taylor, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of give in
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  • The case will be submitted to the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office for review.
    — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Should the Council decline, if Unite NY then submits at least another 15,000 signatures, the matter will go to the ballot.
    — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 6 July 2026
Definition of submit
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  • The shoes feature a classic shape and dainty bow details on the uppers.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 7 July 2026
  • Their first collection for Moschino will bow in September during Milan Fashion Week.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 7 July 2026
Definition of bow
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