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as in displaying
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 donating
to make a present of
gave away all her potted plants when she moved
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Recent Examples of giving away
While Matthew and Mu-won started Gojeuneok Bio together, Chang-ho has launched a cosmetics company that makes its money by tricking smaller companies into giving away the secrets behind their products.
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Kayti Burt, Time, 29 May 2026
Others, like Dirty Jobs host Mike Rowe, are giving away $10 million in scholarships to motivate young people to find a career in the skilled trades.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 24 May 2026
Lawmakers are trying to balance those concerns as the public has pushed back on giving away benefits to a multibillion-dollar sports franchise.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
Meanwhile, CheapCaribbean Vacations is celebrating National Heroes Month by giving away 30 vacations to teachers, healthcare workers, military families and first responders.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
The math of clipping is so favorable to clients that in many cases campaigns end up giving away views for free.
—Lane Brown, Vulture, 15 May 2026
Aaronson handled a cross in the second phase from Lewis Hall, giving away a penalty that Newcastle converted before finding a 102nd-minute winner.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 14 May 2026
Miller Lite is also giving away MVP Matchballs as part of its Miller Time MVP Contest, which lets fans who are 21 years of age or older nominate a friend as an MVP worthy of the prize.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Turner then turned his attention to philanthropy, giving away huge amounts of his wealth to support global causes, including $1 billion to the United Nations Foundation and other sums to support the environment and nuclear non-proliferation.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Kayti Burt, Time, 29 May 2026
Others, like Dirty Jobs host Mike Rowe, are giving away $10 million in scholarships to motivate young people to find a career in the skilled trades.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 24 May 2026
Lawmakers are trying to balance those concerns as the public has pushed back on giving away benefits to a multibillion-dollar sports franchise.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
Meanwhile, CheapCaribbean Vacations is celebrating National Heroes Month by giving away 30 vacations to teachers, healthcare workers, military families and first responders.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
The math of clipping is so favorable to clients that in many cases campaigns end up giving away views for free.
—Lane Brown, Vulture, 15 May 2026
Aaronson handled a cross in the second phase from Lewis Hall, giving away a penalty that Newcastle converted before finding a 102nd-minute winner.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 14 May 2026
Miller Lite is also giving away MVP Matchballs as part of its Miller Time MVP Contest, which lets fans who are 21 years of age or older nominate a friend as an MVP worthy of the prize.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Turner then turned his attention to philanthropy, giving away huge amounts of his wealth to support global causes, including $1 billion to the United Nations Foundation and other sums to support the environment and nuclear non-proliferation.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giving away
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This photograph shows a set up smart-phone screen displaying the logo of main social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Reddit, Telegram, X, Bluesky, Tiktok and Whatsapp.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
6 June 2026
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The screen offers suggestions on club choice and where to aim, with an onboard computer displaying a real-time visualization of the course.—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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In other news from the brand, Betsey Johnson recently announced its second consecutive charitable Pride Collection in partnership with the Elton John AIDS Foundation, donating $1 to EJAF for every purchase in the collection.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
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Many nonprofits supplement government benefits, so donating to them is a form of redistribution.—
Allison Schrager,
Boston Herald,
2 June 2026
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Advertisement If a good finale ties up a show’s plot and answers crucial questions, then a great one completes character arcs and deepens themes developed across multiple seasons, revealing the intricacy of narrative architecture too subtle to perceive from one week to the next.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
29 May 2026
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Rumors and proposals are starting to percolate, revealing the steep incline the Nuggets face to remain a championship contender.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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The Aquarius Moon adds more focus to group dynamics, so avoid volunteering space or time just to keep the peace.—
PubSubHub User,
Baltimore Sun,
4 June 2026
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Des Moines east-sider Jones-Brown, who works as the assistant chief diversity officer for staff equity at Grinnell College, said the love of volunteering and bettering the community laid the foundation for her run.—
Cooper Worth,
Des Moines Register,
2 June 2026
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On the front of the card was a scan of his brain showing the tumor on it.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Bloomberg reported there had been complaints of Manifold showing aggressive behavior toward employees and mishandling sensitive information.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
29 May 2026
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Special commando units were also deployed to the location and carried out intelligence-gathering missions and drone operations, the other two sources said, giving Israel a valuable perch from which to see into northern Iran during the war.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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The show is still using some of those songs, giving the score’s relationship to the script a half-in, half-out near-jukebox feeling.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
5 June 2026
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Once your baby arrives, preventive steps include ensuring a healthy skin barrier to prevent easy access for triggers to enter the body and providing effective allergy care to reduce the risk of asthma developing.—
Dr. Daniel DiGiacomo,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2026
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Maintaining proper moisture and providing well-draining soil are essential to avoiding these diseases.—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
7 June 2026
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Over five seasons, For All Mankind has been one of the smartest, most thrilling series on TV, presenting an alternate history in which the Soviets made it to the moon first.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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In response to Norris’ warnings last week, Suarez said the public works director was presenting a false choice.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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“Giving away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giving%20away. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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