as in transmitting
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
imparted the latest information on the approaching snowstorm
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Recent Examples of imparting
The potatoes are grilled, imparting a bit of smoke to classic papas.
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Deputy Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2026
Actions that seemed foolhardy when Rue was younger now come off as merely chancy, with Zendaya imparting enough hard-knock experience to pull off bigger swings.
—Carla Meyer, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Apr. 2026
Sweet Vidalia onion is extra gentle and not quite as strong as some onions, imparting a naturally sweet onion flavor to the pie.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
Leaves are covered with fine hairs, imparting considerable drought tolerance.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
The color payoff is dewy but natural, imparting a skin-like flush.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026
This program first captures students’ imaginations with the magic of books, while imparting important foundational science and conservation lessons.
—Nancy S. Grasmick, Baltimore Sun, 14 Mar. 2026
In addition to imparting a fuller appearance almost instantly, the formula contains ingredients known to strengthen breakage-prone strands, ultimately allowing hair to grow to new lengths and reach its healthiest, bounciest potential.
—Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
From there, the hexapod set its angle, kicked off, and glided on a skateboard-like undercarriage before releasing the stone, imparting competition-level spin.
—IEEE Spectrum, 18 Feb. 2026
Deputy Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2026
Actions that seemed foolhardy when Rue was younger now come off as merely chancy, with Zendaya imparting enough hard-knock experience to pull off bigger swings.
—Carla Meyer, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Apr. 2026
Sweet Vidalia onion is extra gentle and not quite as strong as some onions, imparting a naturally sweet onion flavor to the pie.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
Leaves are covered with fine hairs, imparting considerable drought tolerance.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
The color payoff is dewy but natural, imparting a skin-like flush.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026
This program first captures students’ imaginations with the magic of books, while imparting important foundational science and conservation lessons.
—Nancy S. Grasmick, Baltimore Sun, 14 Mar. 2026
In addition to imparting a fuller appearance almost instantly, the formula contains ingredients known to strengthen breakage-prone strands, ultimately allowing hair to grow to new lengths and reach its healthiest, bounciest potential.
—Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
From there, the hexapod set its angle, kicked off, and glided on a skateboard-like undercarriage before releasing the stone, imparting competition-level spin.
—IEEE Spectrum, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imparting
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Spoofing relies on transmitting false signals that mimic authentic satellite signals to trick signal receivers into calculating erroneous positions for aircraft and other users.—
Andrew Cunningham,
ArsTechnica,
11 May 2026
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This outbreak — the first time hantavirus has been suspected of transmitting on a cruise ship — is an evolving situation.—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
7 May 2026
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Even minor sparks or drifting embers can incite nearby foliage or grass, setting off a rapidly spreading fire.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
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Hantavirus misinformation is spreading fast.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
15 May 2026
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And the end came well before midnight, with goals by Mitch Marner and Brett Howden in the first 8½ minutes giving Vegas a commanding lead before many in the late-arriving weeknight crowd had made it to their seats at the Honda Center.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Las Vegas moved on from the quarterback this offseason in favor of Cousins and Mendoza, less than a year after giving Smith more than $58 million guaranteed.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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But on the flip side, some studies conclude that CODAs learn from playing interpreter at a young age to communicate better personally and professionally later in life, and may grow up endowed with special talents for conveying and reading facial expressions and gestures.—
Bob Brody,
Baltimore Sun,
9 May 2026
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Gibson’s wigs may change along the way, but his considerable capabilities at conveying a range of personalities stay the course.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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“Imparting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imparting. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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