GIVES OUT Synonyms: 118 Similar and Opposite Words

gives out

verb

present tense third-person singular of give out

as in announces

to make known openly or publicly that's information that I'm not prepared to give out

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as in casts

to throw or give off this heater gives out a funny smell sometimes

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as in dies

to stop functioning waiting for the fuel pump in my old car to give out

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starts (up)

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Recent Examples of gives out The male of the species remains alone with the eggs and fights off predators until his body gives out, at which point his flesh becomes the hatchlings’ first food. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Oct. 2026 Sandy praises her crew for performing efficiently under pressure, and gives out the $1,807 each of them earned from a $23,500 tip. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026 When the air conditioner stops cooling or the water heater gives out, the repair itself is only part of the problem. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2026 Today, John Moffitt is running a growing, successful business, raising a young daughter, savoring the good days when things run smoothly, working through the days when the wireless gives out, or ingredients run out before the customers do. — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 6 Sep. 2026 Leader for Shoes for Souls, a nonprofit that gives out shoes to people in need. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026 Or the players will grab a plate in each hand and pinch them until their grip gives out. — Pete Sampson, New York Times, 31 July 2026 Kate Middleton attended this year’s Championships last week and usually gives out trophy’s on finals weekend in her role as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club. — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026 The roaring bassline slithers beneath a wavering flute note before the floor gives out, and the song begins its fast and furious descent. — Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 12 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gives out

Verb

The king announces that whoever can lift and string a sacred bow belonging to the Hindu deity Shiva may marry his daughter, Sita.

— Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
That break doesn’t last long as next day Susie’s sister announces a last-minute Christmas wedding… and Susie convinces Alec to tag along.

— Rachel LaBonte, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of announces

Verb

Step inside the glassy tower and the mood softens instantly; warm wood panelling, geometric latticework and ikebana arrangements nod to traditional craftsmanship; lantern-like lighting casts a gentle glow across stone floors and neutral textiles.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
The lieutenant governor also presides over the state Senate and casts tie-breaking votes.

— Senior Editor, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of casts

Verb

One of them loses a large amount of her hair at the root — and dies shortly after.

— Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2026
This inertia can come in handy if the engine dies, because the rotor will continue to spin and allow the pilot to descend under control, in an emergency technique known as autorotation.

— IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of dies

Verb

In the opening pages of his book, How to Save the Media, McKenzie recalls drinking whiskey at the Chelsea Hotel alongside former Vanity Fair editor Tina Brown, who now publishes the popular Fresh Hell newsletter on Substack.

— Dan Adler, Vanity Fair, 2 Nov. 2026
The county treasurer publishes a full list of school district rates.

— Elizabeth Jane Beckett-Camarata, The Conversation, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of publishes

Verb

If the more collaborative approach falters and a water agency fails to meet commitments, regulators still have the option of putting it back under the traditional regulations.

— Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026
If the effort fails, the president can give another candidate an opportunity to form a government.

— Itay Stern, NPR, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of fails

Verb

English as official language Idaho already has a state law that declares English our official language.

— Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 28 Oct. 2026
The best time to buy depends on the product, the urgency and the shopper’s budget — not on when a retailer declares its biggest event.

— Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of declares

Verb

Global Payments releases quarterly results on Thursday, and this could be a natural time to announce a deal.

— Justin Zacks, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026
Paul Nord blows releases smoke from bubbles as people look on during the Haunted Science Lab held at Valparaiso University Saturday, October 31, 2026.

— Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026