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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
Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
The holiday offers a chance to celebrate gift giving with friends.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
His research focuses on consumer behavior in the context of gift giving.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 8 Feb. 2026
Patrick and Shirley Ryans’ giving in the 2024 election cycle put them among the top 20 individual donors to federal committees, according to OpenSecrets.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Steyer has unleashed a flood of videos advertising his positions, which notably, given his heavy spending, include calling for a ban on campaign giving by corporations and reigning in electrical utility companies to lower costs for Californians.
—Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 4 Feb. 2026
The Milken Institute reported that private giving toward wildfire relief — from individuals, corporations and other entities — hit nearly $1 billion last year.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
And the guest appearance by the incomparable Missy Elliott — giving, for the time, an all-too-rare Super Bowl spotlight on hip-hop — helped take the whole shebang to the next level.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2026
For top earners, the effective tax benefit of charitable giving has been cut from 37% to 35%.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Feb. 2026
There are also giant granite boulders dotting the shore, giving it a decidedly remote, rugged feel.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
The odds of them giving Skubal a record-breaking contract are slim.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Garland was acquired by the Clippers on Tuesday in a trade that sent Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers, giving the team a guard who is 10 years younger and quicker.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
The sheer pants, which were also in pink, reached halfway onto her feet, giving the appearance of a sock.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Feb. 2026
In that situation, possession changes at the point of the pass, giving Fresno State the ball under its basket.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
To report on art that moves people, giving them a sense of hope and strength, and pointing them to deeper truths.
—Anya Sesay, jsonline.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Dunn converted on the power play, giving the Kraken two goals from defensemen.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
Like organ donors, many surrogates draw on the rhetoric of gift-giving to describe their motivations.
—Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
The holiday offers a chance to celebrate gift giving with friends.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
His research focuses on consumer behavior in the context of gift giving.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 8 Feb. 2026
Patrick and Shirley Ryans’ giving in the 2024 election cycle put them among the top 20 individual donors to federal committees, according to OpenSecrets.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Steyer has unleashed a flood of videos advertising his positions, which notably, given his heavy spending, include calling for a ban on campaign giving by corporations and reigning in electrical utility companies to lower costs for Californians.
—Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 4 Feb. 2026
The Milken Institute reported that private giving toward wildfire relief — from individuals, corporations and other entities — hit nearly $1 billion last year.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
And the guest appearance by the incomparable Missy Elliott — giving, for the time, an all-too-rare Super Bowl spotlight on hip-hop — helped take the whole shebang to the next level.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2026
For top earners, the effective tax benefit of charitable giving has been cut from 37% to 35%.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
This research marks the first time scientists have identified the specific amino acids — arginine and tyrosine — that act as molecular glue, giving spider silk its legendary properties.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Feb. 2026
There are also giant granite boulders dotting the shore, giving it a decidedly remote, rugged feel.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
The odds of them giving Skubal a record-breaking contract are slim.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Garland was acquired by the Clippers on Tuesday in a trade that sent Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers, giving the team a guard who is 10 years younger and quicker.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
The sheer pants, which were also in pink, reached halfway onto her feet, giving the appearance of a sock.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Feb. 2026
In that situation, possession changes at the point of the pass, giving Fresno State the ball under its basket.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
To report on art that moves people, giving them a sense of hope and strength, and pointing them to deeper truths.
—Anya Sesay, jsonline.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Dunn converted on the power play, giving the Kraken two goals from defensemen.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 5 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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Ring has also committed to donating $1 million to equip more than 4,000 animal shelters across the country with a Ring camera system, in hopes of creating a bigger, more centralized network to help in the search for missing pups.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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While parents are donating blood, kids can enjoy an arts and crafts table.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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Children were often seen handing the monks flowers, who in return gifted blessing strings.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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The singer grew up watching his idols win awards on television, and eventually, those idols began handing him the awards.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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Mahmood, a close ally of Starmer, is seen as a possible curveball that could re-engage left-wing voters who feel dissatisfied with Labour while also offering concessions to right-wing voters concerned about the immigration crisis.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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Arizona continues to be extremely sought after for its warm weather, outdoor activities and expansive real estate, offering a little bit of everything for anyone looking to live here.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Nothing says happy Valentine’s Day like a collapsing birth rate.—
Kate Andrews,
Washington Post,
13 Feb. 2026
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The couple saw major flood damage during the same set of storms, with a wall collapsing and the house later condemned by the city.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
11 Feb. 2026
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Utilities are spending billions of dollars upgrading their aging infrastructure, while data centers are prompting a surge in demand for electricity.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
12 Feb. 2026
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Wagner Moura Basking in the sun outside The Times newsroom ahead of his digital cover shoot last month, Wagner Moura seemed exceptionally relaxed about spending his Tuesday afternoon in El Segundo with a bunch of journalists.—
Matt Brennan
Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Emma Basch, PsyD, a clinical psychologist, agrees, expressing concern that tying self-care to allowance dilutes the concept and does not help kids internalize that caring for themselves is not a job they will ever be paid for, but a way of showing themselves respect and care.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
7 Feb. 2026
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Three members of the State Board of Education are expressing their concerns about recent student ICE walkouts and suggesting that school funding be tied to compliance with safety and security protocols.—
Giles Hudson,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Giving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giving. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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