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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as in volunteers
to make a present of
gave away all her potted plants when she moved
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Recent Examples of gives away
And if the bullpen gives away another of your wins, maybe crack open a different brand of beer.
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Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gives away
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In the final moments, a flashback reveals that a baby (Elliot) is left on Del and Colton's (Jefferson Brown) doorstep just after the birth of their daughter.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Oct. 2025
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Trailer footage reveals tension that seriously ramp-up between Grace and Jackson in their rural home, including shots of Lawrence’s character wondering through an open field with a shotgun, laughing maniacally.—
Tom Tapp,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 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
Verb
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When contacted about the incident, Snapchat reiterated to PEOPLE their community guidelines which prohibit content that graphically displays violent or threatening behavior.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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The museum displays pieces from the Middle Ages through the 19th century.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
AFAR Media,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Plus, every purchase donates $1 to mental health research and programs.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
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Today, the company plants a tree for every child born to a Zegna employee, donates flowerbeds in the Piazza Duomo in Milan and revitalizes public parks in Palm Beach and Boston, among other things.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
23 Sep. 2025
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Two months after historic floods swept through the Milwaukee area, new data shows that nearly 2,200 homes throughout Milwaukee County sustained major damage or were destroyed.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, financial markets must continue to grapple with the ongoing government shutdown, which shows no signs of ending anytime soon and will keep key economic indicators under wraps.—
Danny Bakst,
Fortune,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The wide-leg silhouette gives you lots of room to move with ease.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
8 Oct. 2025
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Herro was an All-Star last year while Ball wasn’t; Herro’s injury gives the Hornets a slight edge in these rankings.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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As the trailer demonstrates, Olympia's knowledge of Matty's own deceptions gives her ample leverage.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Oct. 2025
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The FlyingToolbox demonstrates how drones can move beyond simple inspection or filming roles to perform real aerial work.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Oct. 2025
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This must’ve been a dream for someone whose personal style—if not his work—betrays the longing of a hippie born too late (in 1967), and in the wrong place to have been part of the vanguard of the first peace and love trippers.—
Sarah Mower,
Vogue,
3 Oct. 2025
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Taylor owns the first third of the film with a righteous fury that only betrays an inner vulnerability at the most crucial moments.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Gives away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gives%20away. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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