1
as in reveals
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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2
as in volunteers
to make a present of
gave away all her potted plants when she moved
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gives away
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This approach reveals new markets and business models centered on sustainability, wellness and regenerative practices.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025 -
Here, Simmons reveals his tips for better communication and offers an essential nugget of advice for young entrepreneurs.—
Tim Brinkhof,
Big Think,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In fact, Kira also volunteers as a therapy dog at nursing homes and at the University of West Florida.—
Jen Reeder,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Anne Howard, 38, a social worker who volunteers with the Wendt Center, empathizes.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
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Writing, directing and starring in Maddie’s Secret is an impressive balancing act from Early, who displays a sharp understanding of what moments in Maddie’s life are most suited for comedy.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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White oak White oak is a large shade tree displays deep red to coppery-brown fall color.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Sep. 2025
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The retailer donates to both political parties.—
Alina Selyukh,
NPR,
19 Aug. 2025
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After the sale is over, Dawkins said Locust Grove donates the remaining books to places like Kentucky Refugee Ministries or Goodwill.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
The Courier-Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
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Thanks to amazing performances, wild fashion choices, and unexpected moments, the MTV Video Music Awards is typically one of the buzzier awards shows — and this year was no exception.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
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This forecast cone from the National Hurricane Center shows only the probable path of the center of a storm.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Conrad ends up finding him and gives him his letter from Susannah, only to find out it was actually addressed to the elder brother and his love for Belly.—
Dina Kaur,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Counsell instead opted for the right-handed hitting Kevin Alcántara, who was called up Monday and gives the Cubs a viable center-field backup option for Crow-Armstrong.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As history demonstrates, peace deals can be thrown overboard when an aggressor senses an opportunity to gain advantage.—
Daniel R. DePetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Data from a 2024 study that my colleague and I published in the American Journal of Public Health demonstrates that Black Chicagoans were the only race group to experience significant increases in suicide among both male and female residents between 2015 and 2021.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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In Butterfly, Perabo plays the head of a powerful private intelligence agency called Caddis — and her character betrays the show’s protagonist, David Jung (played by Kim), to seize sole control of the company.—
Lizzie Hyman,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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But then one betrays the other by penning a book based on the life of the other, calling into question whether great art is worth the cost.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
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