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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
Not competing on price—who’s giving away more?
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Jason Del Rey, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2025
Without giving away too much, Elsbeth and Kaya interact (photo above), but with the greatest of care so as not to blow Kaya’s cover.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025
Insisting that literature serve an explicit and direct politics seems like giving away the very real politics literature has.
—Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025
The Kiwanis Club of Poway got involved in the safety event last month, giving away helmets to children who didn’t have them at the event.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2025
Months after the Southern dining chain faced fierce backlash over a controversial logo rebrand blasted by critics, Cracker Barrel is giving away free pancakes to NFL fans in a bid to win back diners.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts and coffee to customers in a promotion featuring singer Joe Jonas to mark National Coffee Day on Monday.
—News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is giving away free smoothies this week.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Blue Moon, a Molson Coors brand, will also be sampling at locations in Boston, Denver, Long Island, Nashville, and Philadelphia, and giving away bags of oranges.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 10 Sep. 2025
Jason Del Rey, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2025
Without giving away too much, Elsbeth and Kaya interact (photo above), but with the greatest of care so as not to blow Kaya’s cover.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025
Insisting that literature serve an explicit and direct politics seems like giving away the very real politics literature has.
—Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025
The Kiwanis Club of Poway got involved in the safety event last month, giving away helmets to children who didn’t have them at the event.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2025
Months after the Southern dining chain faced fierce backlash over a controversial logo rebrand blasted by critics, Cracker Barrel is giving away free pancakes to NFL fans in a bid to win back diners.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts and coffee to customers in a promotion featuring singer Joe Jonas to mark National Coffee Day on Monday.
—News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is giving away free smoothies this week.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Blue Moon, a Molson Coors brand, will also be sampling at locations in Boston, Denver, Long Island, Nashville, and Philadelphia, and giving away bags of oranges.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giving away
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Spanning two stories, the primary dwelling is introduced via a soaring entry foyer displaying large windows and a massive matchstick chandelier.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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One of the biggest issues is the lack of confidence this Florida State team is displaying.—
D’Joumbarey Moreau,
Miami Herald,
16 Oct. 2025
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Her fans started donating $13 — Swift’s favorite number — to the Monterey Bay Aquarium to show their appreciation for the singer.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
16 Oct. 2025
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Bobbie for Change is donating $75,000 to partner organizations working hard for these changes, including Paid Leave for All, BirthFUND, and 4Kira4Moms.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
15 Oct. 2025
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Interestingly enough, the tumulus represents a meeting of Roman and Celtic traditions, though, by the looks of it, this funerary monument, possibly attached to a stately though unknown elite, was a symbolic gesture, piquing intrigue and revealing a slice of Roman life rarely seen.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Oct. 2025
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Restaurant management software company Toast recently released its 2025 Voice of the Restaurant Industry Survey, revealing that improving profitability was the top concern for operators headed into next year.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
19 Oct. 2025
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Bloom then began volunteering as an English tutor for a Syrian family.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
18 Oct. 2025
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Even for those already in jobs, volunteering to do extra work within your business or externally, could help secure your next position.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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But for all the president’s demands, his leverage over Beijing is showing cracks as the Chinese economy continues to go from strength to strength.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
20 Oct. 2025
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Gas prices are viewed as an important economic indicator, although lower prices don’t guarantee a booming economy, and recent news and data points are showing an economy in which wealthy Americans appear to be spending freely, while poorer households seem to be pulling back.—
Frank Witsil,
Freep.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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The three-bedroom model is currently priced lower than the two-bedroom version on Amazon—essentially giving you an extra room for free.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Oct. 2025
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Thanks for giving this beautiful baby a home!—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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Healthy Oils and Vinaigrettes A drizzle of olive oil, avocado oil, balsamic vinegar, or apple cider vinegar can help add some flavor and texture to your salad while providing you with healthy fats.—
Allison Forsyth,
Health,
21 Oct. 2025
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The Texas Workforce Commission is providing assistance to employers who want to help meet the child care needs of their employees.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Oct. 2025
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Sandy Baltimore beat opponent Maelle Garbino to almost every loose ball, presenting a constant threat on the left.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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In response, geolocation firms have begun presenting alternative options that tie prices to monthly unique active users, or in some cases, revenue.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Giving away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giving%20away. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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