as in subsidies
a sum of money allotted for a specific use by official or formal action
applied for a federal grant to restore the church, one of the oldest and most architecturally significant in the state
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as in admits
to accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly
you will grant that she is difficult to work with
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as in confers
to give the ownership or benefit of (something) formally or publicly
by the power vested in me, I grant you the keys to the city
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Recent Examples of grants
Chierstin Roth, CBS News, 19 June 2026
The Austin Film Society has grown into one of the country’s largest film organizations, operating a repertory theater, managing a film studio, a public access TV studio with over 600 hundred producers, and awarding over $3,000,000 in grants to Texas filmmakers since 1996.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 18 June 2026
As a regional transportation planning agency, SACOG works with local partner agencies to apply for those congested corridor grants.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026
Each year, the state awards millions in grants to nonprofits that are focused on gambling addiction.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 18 June 2026
Several grants are set aside for artists who are also caregivers to children, seniors, and other family members in need.
—News Desk, Artforum, 18 June 2026
The document is sweeping and comprehensive by changing the way federal grants are awarded.
—Kelly Fleming, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Hundreds of millions in federal grants for job training will be available next month.
—Jon Marcus, Washington Post, 11 June 2026
In the academic world, few things signal success like receiving one of the approximately 11,000 grants the NSF gives out to researchers each year.
—Remy Dou, The Conversation, 10 June 2026
Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The district attorney's office said the investigation began after Nellom took his son and went to Puerto Rico, despite a custody order that grants the child's mother full custody.
—Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 12 June 2026
The ski lift at Le K2 Palace grants direct access to the sprawling ski areas of France's Les Trois Vallées, the largest ski area in the world.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
Exteriority is brought to the fore, and Liden’s appearance—that quiet guise of androgynous anonymity—grants her a particular freedom of movement that extends to the beholder.
—Erika Landström, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Israel’s capture of Beaufort, which sits atop a ridge roughly 2,352 feet above sea level, grants it fire-control views of important highways over the Litani River and territories extending into Israel and Syria.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
The ruling by judge trial referee Carl Schuman grants Harrison Amadasun’s request for a declaratory judgment and denies the Armstrong request for one.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2026
But New England’s trade effectively grants Brown the proverbial Change Of Scenery that buries the receiver’s unsaid motivations.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 1 June 2026
In lieu of a paw, the story turns on a novelty item called a One Wish Willow, which, when snapped in two, grants the snapper any one thing their heart desires.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 31 May 2026
Noun
Carpenter also says the district is closely monitoring some potential cuts to federal grants for students of poverty and language learners.
—Chierstin Roth, CBS News, 19 June 2026
The Austin Film Society has grown into one of the country’s largest film organizations, operating a repertory theater, managing a film studio, a public access TV studio with over 600 hundred producers, and awarding over $3,000,000 in grants to Texas filmmakers since 1996.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 18 June 2026
As a regional transportation planning agency, SACOG works with local partner agencies to apply for those congested corridor grants.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026
Each year, the state awards millions in grants to nonprofits that are focused on gambling addiction.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 18 June 2026
Several grants are set aside for artists who are also caregivers to children, seniors, and other family members in need.
—News Desk, Artforum, 18 June 2026
The document is sweeping and comprehensive by changing the way federal grants are awarded.
—Kelly Fleming, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Hundreds of millions in federal grants for job training will be available next month.
—Jon Marcus, Washington Post, 11 June 2026
In the academic world, few things signal success like receiving one of the approximately 11,000 grants the NSF gives out to researchers each year.
—Remy Dou, The Conversation, 10 June 2026
Verb
Near Washington Square Park, high end boutique shopping, renowned museums, and Oak Street Beach, a stay here grants guests access to the best of the Windy City.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The district attorney's office said the investigation began after Nellom took his son and went to Puerto Rico, despite a custody order that grants the child's mother full custody.
—Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 12 June 2026
The ski lift at Le K2 Palace grants direct access to the sprawling ski areas of France's Les Trois Vallées, the largest ski area in the world.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
Exteriority is brought to the fore, and Liden’s appearance—that quiet guise of androgynous anonymity—grants her a particular freedom of movement that extends to the beholder.
—Erika Landström, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Israel’s capture of Beaufort, which sits atop a ridge roughly 2,352 feet above sea level, grants it fire-control views of important highways over the Litani River and territories extending into Israel and Syria.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
The ruling by judge trial referee Carl Schuman grants Harrison Amadasun’s request for a declaratory judgment and denies the Armstrong request for one.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2026
But New England’s trade effectively grants Brown the proverbial Change Of Scenery that buries the receiver’s unsaid motivations.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 1 June 2026
In lieu of a paw, the story turns on a novelty item called a One Wish Willow, which, when snapped in two, grants the snapper any one thing their heart desires.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grants
Noun
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As many agencies have limited how noncitizens can qualify for programs — like housing subsidies or commercial trucking licenses — the SBA moved to do the same.—
Alina Selyukh,
NPR,
12 June 2026
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In Miami-Dade, public housing is owned and operated by the county, while affordable and workforce housing are privately owned and operated, with developers receiving government incentives and subsidies to keep rents at affordable levels for different income tiers.—
Catherine Odom,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2026
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Today the city’s own economic development director admits most of The Plaza’s retail sits empty.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 June 2026
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The approach, Black Thought admits, is indeed intentional and aimed at cultivating an organic expansion of the festival's appeal.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The graininess of the photos also confers an appropriately gritty quality.—
Amy Reyes,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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The act confers additional deduction benefits for overtime hours.—
Sarah Davis,
The Hill,
17 Apr. 2026
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The whole issue of restocking vacant allotments?—
Andrew McKean,
Outdoor Life,
10 June 2026
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The Lower Basin states recently proposed slashing their water allotments by about 20% annually and asked Upper Basin states to commit to permanent cuts to ensure water keeps flowing south.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Beau confesses to our trio, explaining how Lester's murder was intertwined with the death of mobster Nicky Caccimelio (Bobby Cannavale).—
Brianna Zigler,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 June 2026
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Unlike the novel, where Charlie confesses that truth to Sam, the series’ Charlie holds the secret until Percy reveals it to Sam.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
Verb
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What else is going on Rebecca Grossman and an ex-Dodger were found liable for the crash that killed two boys; a jury awards $176 million.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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Back then, Jagland was the secretary general of the European Council and chairman of the committee that awards the Nobel peace prize.—
Ola Morris Innset,
The Dial,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Melanie acknowledges that this is a fair point and promises to probably, definitely, most likely share a bed with him tonight.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
16 June 2026
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User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Despite the disagreement, Rigler said the ruling gives Cascadia supporters renewed confidence as legal challenges continue.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Hotel Breakers Sandusky, Ohio Hotel Breakers gives you a two-for-one waterfront hotel experience.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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“Grants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grants. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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