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as in paying
the act of offering money in exchange for goods or services
a diorama about pioneer life at the museum that depicts the giving of beads for clothes
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as in donating
to make a present of
thanked all the tutors who generously gave their time to help students after school
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as in handing
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
gave my camera to my father to hold while I went swimming
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as in offering
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
the author will give a reading from her latest work at 7:00 p.m.
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as in collapsing
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
they loaded the shopping cart with so much food it gave under all the weight
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as in spending
to hand over or use up in payment
I wouldn't give a nickel for such a run-down car
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as in expressing
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
she gave her opinion on the matter very firmly and unmistakably
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as in devoting
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention
totally gave himself to his studies in the hopes of winning a scholarship for next year
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as in providing
to produce as revenue
a company that consistently gives $30 million in profits to the owner
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as in supplying
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
gave him my e-mail address
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as in tendering
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
she gave the committee her grant proposal
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as in transmitting
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
she gave her cold to me, and now I'm so sick that I can barely get out of bed
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Recent Examples of giving
Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
Through collective giving, the fund directs resources to programs that strengthen community well-being and quality of life, the news release stated.
—Dawn Giangiulio, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
That’s part of a $2 billion commitment, but even that entire giving plan is dwarfed by Scott’s giving.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Our reward should be in the giving and nothing else.
—R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 25 Feb. 2026
Research on informal giving suggests that when reporting rules are unclear, individual donors may become more hesitant to send money directly to someone who needs it.
—Pamala Wiepking, The Conversation, 23 Feb. 2026
The Bulls are always on the giving end of those amendments.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
The service expands on Bank of America’s Private Bank arts services, which includes securing loans with art as collateral, assistance with selling art, estate planning and charitable giving, the bank said Thursday.
—Charlotte Observer, 19 Feb. 2026
From 1994 to 2003, McMahon was the director of annual giving and later the director of major gifts at Interlochen.
—Ava Berger, NPR, 19 Feb. 2026
Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
The up-and-coming It girl is giving a masterclass in 90s nostalgia while giving it a fun, modern twist that is just so contagious.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 6 Mar. 2026
Looking at shoes is giving me a crystal clear vision.
—Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
This version has charging cords built into it, giving you less to pack and keep up with.
—Terri Peters, Parents, 6 Mar. 2026
Africa is home to 39 countries that claim a coastline, giving travelers plenty of beaches to choose from.
—Melanie Van Zyl, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2026
Pilzer sees is less a matter of brand consistency than of genuine world-building — a way of giving the show a sound as recognizable as its setting.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
Auston Matthews' wrist shot was then stopped by Markstrom, giving the Devils the victory.
—CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Sadberry scored Calipatria’s last six points in the third quarter, giving the team from Imperial County a 28-25 lead going into the fourth.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
This can take many shapes and forms, from charitable giving to nonprofits that help women around the world to recognizing the women and carers in our lives who do invisible labor.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
Through collective giving, the fund directs resources to programs that strengthen community well-being and quality of life, the news release stated.
—Dawn Giangiulio, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
That’s part of a $2 billion commitment, but even that entire giving plan is dwarfed by Scott’s giving.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Our reward should be in the giving and nothing else.
—R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 25 Feb. 2026
Research on informal giving suggests that when reporting rules are unclear, individual donors may become more hesitant to send money directly to someone who needs it.
—Pamala Wiepking, The Conversation, 23 Feb. 2026
The Bulls are always on the giving end of those amendments.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
The service expands on Bank of America’s Private Bank arts services, which includes securing loans with art as collateral, assistance with selling art, estate planning and charitable giving, the bank said Thursday.
—Charlotte Observer, 19 Feb. 2026
From 1994 to 2003, McMahon was the director of annual giving and later the director of major gifts at Interlochen.
—Ava Berger, NPR, 19 Feb. 2026
Verb
The universe is giving us space to integrate new desires without losing compassion for others.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
The up-and-coming It girl is giving a masterclass in 90s nostalgia while giving it a fun, modern twist that is just so contagious.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 6 Mar. 2026
Looking at shoes is giving me a crystal clear vision.
—Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
This version has charging cords built into it, giving you less to pack and keep up with.
—Terri Peters, Parents, 6 Mar. 2026
Africa is home to 39 countries that claim a coastline, giving travelers plenty of beaches to choose from.
—Melanie Van Zyl, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2026
Pilzer sees is less a matter of brand consistency than of genuine world-building — a way of giving the show a sound as recognizable as its setting.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
Auston Matthews' wrist shot was then stopped by Markstrom, giving the Devils the victory.
—CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Sadberry scored Calipatria’s last six points in the third quarter, giving the team from Imperial County a 28-25 lead going into the fourth.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giving
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Lower real interest rates historically reduce the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets like silver, while also supporting the industrial activity that drives silver demand in electronics, electric vehicles and green technology.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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The warrior is both strong and yielding, capable of decisive action and deliberate restraint.—
Richard P. Weigand,
Rolling Stone,
30 Jan. 2026
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The inevitable capitalistic evolution of the House settlement that allowed for the paying of athletes guaranteed there would be winners and losers, and the winners are – no surprise – the signal-callers.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
21 Jan. 2026
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Balanced growth, roads and other infrastructure, continuing a positive approach to economic development, attracting industry and high paying jobs.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
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As part of his reward for donating his roe-swollen bigmouth to the stocking program, he’ll be given a replica mount of the huge fish.—
Bob McNally,
Outdoor Life,
5 Mar. 2026
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Meta’s independent spending means the company is not donating directly to the four candidates but rather putting money into a fundraising committee that is then spending on advertising to support them.—
Jack O'Connor,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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That ruling could deal a blow to Fuller and Pinilla’s side, either by eliminating important witnesses if the case were to go to trial or by handing the city additional leverage in settlement discussions.—
Tess Riski
March 3,
Miami Herald,
3 Mar. 2026
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In past years, the council raised parking fees and slashed vacant positions instead of handing employees a pink slip.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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According to prosecutors, Trent Sanson reached out to the council member in June 2024, offering $10,000 to place the project on a City Council agenda and vote in favor of it.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Supporters say the hotel could be an economic boon, offering new amenities and convenience.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2026
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A number of buildings were seen collapsing in this wave of strikes on Friday as the death toll continues to rise, an ABC News team in Lebanon observed.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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What becomes cheap or free Khosla’s deflationary vision is built on a series of sectors collapsing in cost.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Massive billionaire funding in the race from artificial intelligence interests operated largely outside public awareness, with super PACs spending enormous sums while deliberately avoiding transparency about their true policy priorities, particularly regarding AI regulation[1].—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Bank of America data also shows spending growth on fitness activities, such as gyms and golf, is much stronger for Millennials, and especially Gen Zers.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The nurturing Moon comforts therapeutic Chiron, brightening your 5th House of Amusement — this is your moment to attempt a new way of expressing yourself without judging yourself.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Mar. 2026
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Colorado lawmakers have been expressing both support and concerns over a major military operation that the United States and Israel launched against Iran early Saturday.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Giving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giving. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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