as in gifts
something given to someone without expectation of a return
offering a Caribbean vacation giveaway to the millionth customer
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Recent Examples of giveaways
Such spending flourishes in secrecy, and this year’s artificial rush toward a last-minute deal suggests that more giveaways are coming.
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
There will be an activity station, crafts, games, giveaways, a Spotlight on Reading station, as well as story time and a free book for each child and resources for the special needs community.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
Select locations will also offer giveaways, samples and in‑store experiences, giving families a chance to explore new products.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
The shock, which is affecting most countries, has sent global leaders scrambling to contain the rising costs while, locally, gas giveaways offering a moment’s relief from the surge have cropped up from the city to Indiana.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
The Royals will have specific City Connect giveaways throughout the season.
—Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026
Information about upcoming tree planting events, community giveaways, and volunteer opportunities will be posted on the city’s website and shared on the city’s social media channels.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
There will be in-game experiences and giveaways, and a halftime performance by Montell Jordan.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 3 Apr. 2026
Several chains are offering discounts and giveaways Wednesday, April 1, though some deals extend through the rest of the month.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
There will be an activity station, crafts, games, giveaways, a Spotlight on Reading station, as well as story time and a free book for each child and resources for the special needs community.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
Select locations will also offer giveaways, samples and in‑store experiences, giving families a chance to explore new products.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
The shock, which is affecting most countries, has sent global leaders scrambling to contain the rising costs while, locally, gas giveaways offering a moment’s relief from the surge have cropped up from the city to Indiana.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
The Royals will have specific City Connect giveaways throughout the season.
—Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026
Information about upcoming tree planting events, community giveaways, and volunteer opportunities will be posted on the city’s website and shared on the city’s social media channels.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
There will be in-game experiences and giveaways, and a halftime performance by Montell Jordan.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 3 Apr. 2026
Several chains are offering discounts and giveaways Wednesday, April 1, though some deals extend through the rest of the month.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giveaways
Noun
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Paula makes sure that their hall table is set with the preposterous gifts — exotic fruits, rare cuts of meat — that Agnes has received from potential suitors.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
15 Apr. 2026
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Here, visitors can gaze upon the icon of the Virgin Mary, which sits surrounded by gifts from those who come to pray.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The market accepts donations of shelf-stable foods, baby food and diapers.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Those supporting the family were seeking $55,000 in donations to pay for funeral costs, as well as medical and everyday bills.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
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The event will feature performances and presentations by the seven top students and is free to attend with a reservation.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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New this year will be a series of speakers who will give presentations on gardening topics at the start of each hour during the event.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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You have been specifically told not to bring presents.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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What did this year's birthday teach me about presents?—
Marc Silver,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Giveaways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giveaways. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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