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
Joe Marusak
may 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2026
Today, the private hospital, which operates as a non-profit, relies largely on donations from Haitians and supporters abroad, along with limited partnerships and grants, whose certainty isn’t guaranteed.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
The event will be held on May 28 at the Fabbrica del Vapore venue to assign three grants valued at 70,000 euros each.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
After accusing the district of discrimination, the agency abruptly pulled $8 million in federal grants.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Under Newsom, California has also provided mortgage relief to more than a thousand wildfire survivors under CalAssist, a program that provides grants to eligible homeowners to cover mortgage payments for 12 months up to $100,000.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
But during that period, Hunger Busters received hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants from high-profile charities including the Mavs Foundation and the State Fair of Texas.
—Andrea Lucia, CBS News, 13 May 2026
In addition to scholarships, the Ramona Woman’s Club provides community grants and sponsorships throughout the year.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
City Manager Maraskeshia Smith has proposed cuts that include laying off or demoting 37 employees, cutting violence prevention grants and shortening neighborhood pool hours.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
Adam Crafton, New York Times, 14 May 2026
Advising employees and organizations alike grants him uncommon operational awareness.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Now, agencies must weigh whether to adhere to federal dictates or comply with state transparency rules, with some directing records custodians and media spokespersons to acknowledge public records requests but not fulfill them unless ICE grants approval, records show.
—Monique O. Madan, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
At the center of the issue is whether the NFL's shift of games onto Netflix, Amazon, YouTube and Peacock has become too expensive for average fans to access, which in turn could be a violation of the Sports Broadcasting Act and the antitrust exemption the act grants the league.
—Armando Salguero Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
But Miller and the team's other two-way guys, forward Harrison Ingram and guard David Jones Garcia, can still practice and travel with the Spurs during the playoffs, which grants them abundant educational opportunities.
—Tom Orsborn, San Antonio Express-News, 8 May 2026
Admission is only $10 (less for seniors and children), which grants you access to miles of trails, reptile exhibits, and a dreamy butterfly house.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
The companies will be rewarded via California Competes, a program within the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development that grants tax credits to firms located in the state.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 6 May 2026
The law also grants affordable housing developers one or more incentives to deviate from local regulations and reduce the cost of the project.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2026
Noun
Shores said merchant ad grants are available to subsidize local merchant advertising.
—Joe Marusak
may 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2026
Today, the private hospital, which operates as a non-profit, relies largely on donations from Haitians and supporters abroad, along with limited partnerships and grants, whose certainty isn’t guaranteed.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
The event will be held on May 28 at the Fabbrica del Vapore venue to assign three grants valued at 70,000 euros each.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
After accusing the district of discrimination, the agency abruptly pulled $8 million in federal grants.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Under Newsom, California has also provided mortgage relief to more than a thousand wildfire survivors under CalAssist, a program that provides grants to eligible homeowners to cover mortgage payments for 12 months up to $100,000.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
But during that period, Hunger Busters received hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants from high-profile charities including the Mavs Foundation and the State Fair of Texas.
—Andrea Lucia, CBS News, 13 May 2026
In addition to scholarships, the Ramona Woman’s Club provides community grants and sponsorships throughout the year.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
City Manager Maraskeshia Smith has proposed cuts that include laying off or demoting 37 employees, cutting violence prevention grants and shortening neighborhood pool hours.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
Verb
There is no wording in the Visa Bond Pilot Program that grants immunity to athletes competing in major sporting events such as the World Cup.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 14 May 2026
Advising employees and organizations alike grants him uncommon operational awareness.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Now, agencies must weigh whether to adhere to federal dictates or comply with state transparency rules, with some directing records custodians and media spokespersons to acknowledge public records requests but not fulfill them unless ICE grants approval, records show.
—Monique O. Madan, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
At the center of the issue is whether the NFL's shift of games onto Netflix, Amazon, YouTube and Peacock has become too expensive for average fans to access, which in turn could be a violation of the Sports Broadcasting Act and the antitrust exemption the act grants the league.
—Armando Salguero Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
But Miller and the team's other two-way guys, forward Harrison Ingram and guard David Jones Garcia, can still practice and travel with the Spurs during the playoffs, which grants them abundant educational opportunities.
—Tom Orsborn, San Antonio Express-News, 8 May 2026
Admission is only $10 (less for seniors and children), which grants you access to miles of trails, reptile exhibits, and a dreamy butterfly house.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
The companies will be rewarded via California Competes, a program within the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development that grants tax credits to firms located in the state.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 6 May 2026
The law also grants affordable housing developers one or more incentives to deviate from local regulations and reduce the cost of the project.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grants
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To offset federal cuts, Newsom proposed a $300 million fund aimed at keeping $0 monthly health plans available for lower-income Californians after Affordable Care Act tax subsidies expired last year.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
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Indeed, Democratic legislators passed bills related to vaccines, immigration enforcement and healthcare subsidies.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
15 May 2026
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The writer-director is generous with his time and loquacious with his words, and admits that sometimes his openness in interviews has gotten him in a little bit of trouble.—
Rebecca Ford,
Vanity Fair,
11 May 2026
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The idea of hosting a recurring ping-pong tournament took some cajoling before the CFO was on board, Herthel admits.—
Kristin Stoller,
Fortune,
11 May 2026
Verb
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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 man received a bone marrow donation from his brother, who has a rare genetic mutation called CCR5Δ32 that confers resistance to HIV-1, the most common type of human immunodeficiency virus.—
Emma Gometz,
Scientific American,
13 Apr. 2026
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The defending champs sold out all 8,700 season-ticket memberships for the 2026 season with a 92% renewal rate from the previous season, becoming the first team in league history to sell out season ticket allotments for three consecutive years, the person said.—
Michael Ozanian,
CNBC,
4 May 2026
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But others were planted with random allotments of four and 12 species, reflecting the middle and upper ends of tree diversity in similar-sized areas of our local forests.—
John Parker,
The Conversation,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But after making the call, Ferraz confesses there are no recordings and that Creasy will have to find another way to take down Carmo, Soares and Tappen.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
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In the heart-wrenching Season 2 finale, Morgan and Karadec’s investigation into a poolside death at a Los Angeles hotel resulted in the arrest of Lucia, a guest relations manager who confesses to tipping off and then covering for the conman who murdered a home improvement reality show host.—
Max Gao,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The state currently awards most of its votes by congressional district, giving Democrats a chance to deny Republicans of at least one vote in the 2nd Congressional District.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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The jury that awards the prestigious Golden Lion prizes resigned last week in protest over the participation of Russia and Israel.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 May 2026
Verb
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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 GettyImages License Agreement.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
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Lennox acknowledges that this proliferation of AI has led to changes to how his team works.—
John Kell,
Fortune,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The Pisces Moon trine Jupiter gives instinct unusual confidence, making a risk feel worth taking.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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As his tone grows more drawn-out and guttural, and Thomas’ lyrical touch gives way to percussive attack, the rhythm section ups the ante, picking up speed like a gathering tornado.—
Levi Dayan,
Pitchfork,
11 May 2026
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“Grants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grants. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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