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
The delay in payments has led to a surge in demand at food banks and pantries across the country, as well as long lines for free meals or drive-thru giveaways.
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Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
Trick or treaters with creative costumes and merchants with generous candy giveaways stretched from 5th Street to Ramona Street during the event, organized by the Ramona Chamber of Commerce.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
Criminals will use giveaways to collect Medicare numbers.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 4 Nov. 2025
There will be treats, giveaways and a chance to meet Santa.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Others have celebrated him for his giveaways to locals.
—Tyler Kingkade, NBC news, 31 Oct. 2025
The numbers aren’t quite that stark with Minnesota Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov, but expected offensive prowess has been countered, somewhat by giveaways during the team’s sluggish start.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 29 Oct. 2025
Dalton’s giveaways in the first half led to 10 points and put the Panthers in a notable hole.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 28 Oct. 2025
But Reaves also had eight of the Lakers’ 25 turnovers, with the Blazers scoring 28 points off the Lakers’ giveaways in addition to the 35 second-chance points Portland scored off of its 19 offensive rebounds.
—Khobi Price, Oc Register, 28 Oct. 2025
Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
Trick or treaters with creative costumes and merchants with generous candy giveaways stretched from 5th Street to Ramona Street during the event, organized by the Ramona Chamber of Commerce.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
Criminals will use giveaways to collect Medicare numbers.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 4 Nov. 2025
There will be treats, giveaways and a chance to meet Santa.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Others have celebrated him for his giveaways to locals.
—Tyler Kingkade, NBC news, 31 Oct. 2025
The numbers aren’t quite that stark with Minnesota Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov, but expected offensive prowess has been countered, somewhat by giveaways during the team’s sluggish start.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 29 Oct. 2025
Dalton’s giveaways in the first half led to 10 points and put the Panthers in a notable hole.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 28 Oct. 2025
But Reaves also had eight of the Lakers’ 25 turnovers, with the Blazers scoring 28 points off the Lakers’ giveaways in addition to the 35 second-chance points Portland scored off of its 19 offensive rebounds.
—Khobi Price, Oc Register, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giveaways
Noun
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There are a lot of options when looking for gifts for 7-year-olds, but some of my favorites include the viral Wall Crawler Gecko, the Bop It, and a scary-cool blind box doll set.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
6 Nov. 2025
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Before the busy holiday season is in full swing, shop the 50 best holiday gifts at Amazon.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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The group also plans to open a bank account to store any remaining donations after the shutdown, which will go toward helping people on SNAP during emergencies and holidays.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Nov. 2025
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But what about when making online donations?—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Get specific prompts to optimize emails, memos and presentations for tone, context and audience.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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There will be presentations to honor veterans, guest speakers and a salute from the Vista City Council.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Best Gifts for 5-Year-Olds When looking for gifts for 5-year-olds, opt for presents that encourage cooperative play, such as a family-friendly board game.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Running Point actress was spotted shopping for holiday presents last December with a hands-free bag strapped across her body, and just one 12-second TikTok clip persuaded us to dole out some change on a purse that’s just like hers.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Giveaways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giveaways. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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