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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1
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
Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2025
There will be musical performances, giveaways and fun surprises for everyone!
—Essence, 7 July 2025
Charna Flam, People.com, 10 July 2025
Nation's Restaurant News (NRN) reports that McDonald's is giving away 1,000 virtual gift cards for free McCrispy Strips on May 24.
To enter, fans must post an Instagram story with #DipforMcCrispyStripsGiveaway and tag @GoFooji.
—Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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Noun
In addition to more than 300 vendors, expect performances, meet-and-greets, games, giveaways and more.
—Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2025
There will be musical performances, giveaways and fun surprises for everyone!
—Essence, 7 July 2025
Verb
But in honor of the celebration, McDonald's is giving away another free medium order of fries with a $1 minimum purchase in the app through Sunday, July 13.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 10 July 2025
Nation's Restaurant News (NRN) reports that McDonald's is giving away 1,000 virtual gift cards for free McCrispy Strips on May 24.
To enter, fans must post an Instagram story with #DipforMcCrispyStripsGiveaway and tag @GoFooji.
—Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for giveaway
Noun
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For its 88th birthday, Krispy Kreme is giving customers a gift: a deal on a dozen doughnuts.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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Products to choose from include books, apparel, toys, candy, antiques, jewelry, gifts, accessories, flowers, games, home decor, popcorn and more.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
19 July 2025
Verb
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The artworks and photos are displayed alongside historical items, archival images, video reenactments of the Raid, and multimedia testimonials by descendants of the enslaved people who liberated themselves.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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If a face is displayed to millions of people at once, chances are someone will recognize it.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
Verb
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The report highlights that to date, the Certified B-Corp company has donated 1,500,000 trees and reforested nine million square meters.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Matthew Suarez, the CBP’s acting director of field operations in Baltimore, urged the public to donate money or time to animal shelters in a post on social media platform X.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
13 July 2025
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The challenge has pivoted into a nationwide fundraiser for St. Jude Hospital, and the couple celebrated $4 million donations during their stay in Michigan.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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As of Sunday evening, the GoFundMe has taken off, raising more than $151,000 across 4,800 donations.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
Verb
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See the finds in Greece Off the coast of Greece, the Antikythera shipwreck continues to reveal its secrets, with recent excavations uncovering ancient sculptures and pottery.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
11 July 2025
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Testing reveals systematic therapy failures Against this complicated backdrop, systematic evaluation of the effects of AI therapy becomes particularly important.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
11 July 2025
Verb
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Ader, who began volunteering nine years ago, started by donating items and later decided to become more hands-on.—
Ava Nightingale,
Freep.com,
18 July 2025
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If folks will volunteer, it can be composed of two- or three-member teams of neighbors patrolling, if possible, at the approximate times these crimes are occurring.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
18 July 2025
Noun
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At present, Red Bull sits fourth in the constructors’ championship and is effectively relying solely on Verstappen for its returns.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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At present, there is no information available on the containment of the fire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
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Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton sat in a suite and received the loudest ovation from the crowd when he was shown on the videoboard.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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The records would show testimony of witnesses and other evidence that was presented by prosecutions during the secret grand jury proceedings, when a panel decides whether there is enough evidence to bring an indictment, or a formal criminal charge.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 July 2025
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“Giveaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giveaway. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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