as in gifts
something given to someone without expectation of a return
gave little handsels to their houseguests on New Year's Day
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Noun
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Memorial gifts may be sent to the Clemson University Foundation, the Frank and Sarah Gentry Endowment, at 220 Mandarin Center Drive, Clemson, SC 29634.—
Chase Jordan
April 9,
Charlotte Observer,
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Other gifts included a traditional Bedouin tent and tables, cushions and carpets that Epstein later set up on his island.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The market accepts donations of shelf-stable foods, baby food and diapers.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Those supporting the family were seeking $55,000 in donations to pay for funeral costs, as well as medical and everyday bills.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The cast for the presentations also includes Robyn Hurder, Mylinda Hull, Scarlett Strallen, Tam Mutu and Kevin Chamberlin, all returnees from the City Center Encores!—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
13 Apr. 2026
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The festival will include food trucks, live music, wildlife presentations and conservation exhibits.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
13 Apr. 2026
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Investitures are ceremonies in which a senior royal presents medals to people recognized for their significant contributions.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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The expiration of the WOTC at the end of 2025 presents a critical opportunity to reauthorize and modernize the program to better support employment outcomes for veterans and military families.—
Brooke Creek,
Boston Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Handsels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handsels. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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