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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
Kate Spade Lucy Croc Embossed Medium L-Zip Wristlet Kate Spade Outlet is practically giving away bags and accessories, so now’s the time to score popular pieces for a fraction of their comparable price.
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Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
This doesn’t mean giving away your time or expertise indiscriminately.
—Kathy Caprino, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The Entertainers and multiple others were very popular with the children in attendance, giving away assorted candies down Walker Avenue.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 19 Jan. 2026
Who would have thought that giving away billions of dollars to people who self-certify facts on a form leads to tens of billions of dollars flying out the door to fraudsters who learn how to fill out the form?
—Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 7 Jan. 2026
Minnesota was just beating up on bad teams and giving away games to the good squads.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
On the other hand, the Ducks have excelled at refraining from giving away free passes.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 3 Jan. 2026
Since the beginning of this administration, Silicon Valley’s biggest bosses have appeased the president, capitulating to his every whim — agreeing to pay export taxes, giving away equity to the government, defunding schools for Latino students and ending diversity programs.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
Deadline will absolutely not be giving away any spoilers but the BBC has acknowledged that this happened and the show was taken down from Crave after a couple of hours.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2025
Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
This doesn’t mean giving away your time or expertise indiscriminately.
—Kathy Caprino, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The Entertainers and multiple others were very popular with the children in attendance, giving away assorted candies down Walker Avenue.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 19 Jan. 2026
Who would have thought that giving away billions of dollars to people who self-certify facts on a form leads to tens of billions of dollars flying out the door to fraudsters who learn how to fill out the form?
—Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 7 Jan. 2026
Minnesota was just beating up on bad teams and giving away games to the good squads.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
On the other hand, the Ducks have excelled at refraining from giving away free passes.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 3 Jan. 2026
Since the beginning of this administration, Silicon Valley’s biggest bosses have appeased the president, capitulating to his every whim — agreeing to pay export taxes, giving away equity to the government, defunding schools for Latino students and ending diversity programs.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
Deadline will absolutely not be giving away any spoilers but the BBC has acknowledged that this happened and the show was taken down from Crave after a couple of hours.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giving away
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In Springfield, Missouri, more than 100 students gathered outside Kickapoo High School with anti-ICE signs, some proudly displaying a Mexican flag.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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Damian Kevitt spent Saturday afternoon on a 10-mile bike ride with hundreds of other cyclists, a sticker displaying Alex Pretti’s photo stuck to his jersey.—
Alene Tchekmedyian,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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What surprised me most wasn’t just how easy the donating process was but how little people know about it, and the misconceptions that prevent them from ever trying.—
Dave Oates,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2026
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HexClad has already contributed directly to recovery efforts, donating cookware to families who lost their homes and helping provide tens of thousands of meals through community partnerships.—
Michelle Edgar,
Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Reports continued throughout the day, revealing the sustained monitoring of their work.—
Asra Q. Nomani , Alba Cuebas-Fantauzzi,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The federal indictment was unsealed later Friday, revealing the two charges against Lemon and several other defendants.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Jan. 2026
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Williams brought Raines to downtown Los Angeles, and the two began volunteering together on the street with Paul Avila, the founder of Pauly’s Project, another nonprofit that serves Skid Row’s homeless population.—
Joseph Serna,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
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According to his LinkedIn page, Qawasmi was consistently working and volunteering in his community.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Among the documents released Friday were emails dated from 2012 to 2013, showing Musk's name but with his email address redacted.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
31 Jan. 2026
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Multiple videos that emerged of the shooting contradicted that claim, showing the intensive care nurse had only his mobile phone in his hand as officers tackled him to the ground, with one removing a handgun from the back of Pretti’s pants as another officer began firing shots into his back.—
Michael Biesecker,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Stocks @ Night is a daily newsletter delivered after hours, giving you a first look at tomorrow and last look at today.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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And then there’s the new DineAlley, which curates private culinary journeys across the Tasman Peninsula, giving guests behind-the-scenes access to working farms, vineyards, oyster sheds and distilleries that are otherwise difficult to visit on your own.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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But in January, with Ball dishing, Brandon Miller rolling, Miles Bridges dunking, Diabate rebounding and rookie Kon Knueppel providing some of everything, the Hornets have looked formidable.—
Scott Fowler The Charlotte Observer,
Arkansas Online,
2 Feb. 2026
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According to Jared Weiss, Spurs beat writer for The Athletic, the group has quickly evolved into a civic movement, engaging in local charity work and providing emotional support to fans facing health issues.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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Contemporary galleries like Canyon Road Contemporary Art, Edition One Gallery, and GF Contemporary, all of which are women-owned, add to the mix, highlighting innovative art from around the world and presenting an exciting calendar of art exhibitions, festivals, and shows.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Jan. 2026
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Guerriau resigned as senator in October, presenting the move as a political decision with no link to the legal proceedings.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Giving away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giving%20away. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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