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
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
Besides doughnuts, the celebration will feature live music, games and giveaways.
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Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
27 June 2026
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
Collectively and individually, the Smiths have given away more than $17 million.
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Daniel De Visé,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
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We were headed to a hilltop church, Casa de Gracia, for the monthly clothing and food giveaway organized by volunteers.
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Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
Besides doughnuts, the celebration will feature live music, games and giveaways.
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Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
27 June 2026
Verb
Over the last several decades, America gave away much of its manufacturing capability.
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Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
Collectively and individually, the Smiths have given away more than $17 million.
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Daniel De Visé,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for giveaway
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On the car ride to the casino, Sarris is riffing on his friendship with Grateful Dead member Mickey Hart, who bought Sarris a quarter horse as a gift.
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Tonight, the gift gave one last time.
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Content resided on websites, and monetization depended on attracting human readers to specific digital locations where ads could be displayed.
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The landlord will then have to pay upfront and bill the applicant with a receipt displaying the third-party vendor cost within 14 days.
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Through their foundation, the couple have donated at least $2 million to the medical centers that once employed them, funding early cancer detection and breast cancer technology, among other projects.
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If a wool sweater or lacey top is too scratchy, it’s getting donated or listed on Depop stat.
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In May, the Eagles Autism Foundation had another record-breaking year, raising more than $16 million through 40,000 donations and 6,832 participants.
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Much of Epstein’s cover letter for the role is devoted to growing FIU’s prestige and bringing in more donations to the school.
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Studies reveal a growing 'proximity bias,' where in-office employees are more likely to receive promotions and recognition, with career prospects for remote workers declining.
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The alleged rape was reported by The Athletic in May, though the identity of the player was not revealed at the time.
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His cousin volunteered his home for the week of shiva; a rabbi from Puerto Rico coordinated the minyans.
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In his new position Bane will volunteer his time to be a special advisor to head coach Jamie Dixon.
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My vote of present is a way to give the President more space and leverage to negotiate a lasting peace.
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At present, there are at least five other active lawsuits against the California Community Colleges Board of Governors or specific community college districts over the same issue.
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In fact, research shows that when given the choice, on-site work remains the least popular option across every age range according to Gallup.
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The younger James, who was drafted in the second round in 2024 to form the first father-son duo in NBA history, showed steady improvement during his second season.
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“Giveaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giveaway. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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