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
Her brother, Luca, works his Sicilian charisma on all guests, imparting his encyclopedic knowledge of wine (especially Malvasia) and infectious pride for this pretty corner of the Aeolians.
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Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Classically a martini-like mix of gin, vodka and dry vermouth, Hawks pumps up the botanical notes in the gin by infusing it with toasted fennel and olive oil, imparting a subtle sweetness and a gentle tingle that lingers on the back palate.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 21 Nov. 2025
Head coach Arcentae Broome remarked on the impact a winning football team can have on an entire school, imparting a sense of pride, elation, thrill.
—Andrea Williams, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Nov. 2025
From making cocktails to imparting words of wisdom, the duo are resonating hard with the TikTok audience.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
So, this is a story about imparting true wealth, including the intrinsic values and skills—motivation, hard work, creativity, risk-taking—that built the fortunes in the first place and that allow those who inherit to bloom.
—Christina Binkley, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2025
The green beans are cooked directly beneath the pork bellies on the pit so the rendering juices drip down over them, imparting a kiss of sweet smokiness.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
While beauty is generally associated erroneously with external physical factors, a balanced state of mind and a healthy body play a huge part in imparting the necessary boost that the body needs to shine and glow.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
His voice was pitying and patient, like a peewee-soccer coach imparting a lesson of sportsmanship.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 2 Sep. 2025
Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Classically a martini-like mix of gin, vodka and dry vermouth, Hawks pumps up the botanical notes in the gin by infusing it with toasted fennel and olive oil, imparting a subtle sweetness and a gentle tingle that lingers on the back palate.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 21 Nov. 2025
Head coach Arcentae Broome remarked on the impact a winning football team can have on an entire school, imparting a sense of pride, elation, thrill.
—Andrea Williams, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Nov. 2025
From making cocktails to imparting words of wisdom, the duo are resonating hard with the TikTok audience.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
So, this is a story about imparting true wealth, including the intrinsic values and skills—motivation, hard work, creativity, risk-taking—that built the fortunes in the first place and that allow those who inherit to bloom.
—Christina Binkley, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2025
The green beans are cooked directly beneath the pork bellies on the pit so the rendering juices drip down over them, imparting a kiss of sweet smokiness.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
While beauty is generally associated erroneously with external physical factors, a balanced state of mind and a healthy body play a huge part in imparting the necessary boost that the body needs to shine and glow.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
His voice was pitying and patient, like a peewee-soccer coach imparting a lesson of sportsmanship.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imparting
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Ronkonkoma resident Anthony Noto was indicted on charges of knowingly transmitting a threat to injure on Instagram in September 2025.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Beyond simply transmitting data, what other possibilities are emerging for tomorrow’s networks?—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
22 Dec. 2025
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South Florida doctors are seeing more people with cough, fever and other flu-like symptoms as a rapidly spreading influenza strain circulates across the country this winter.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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Rob became an executive producer of Lyrics From Lockdown and the show traveled across the country, spreading awareness of Williams’ story.—
Latoya Gayle,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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If Carolina is thinking about the big picture, giving Coker the extra year, perhaps valued as a first- or second-round tender, is just getting ahead of a formality.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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Luckily, Madewell is giving us something to celebrate this season with a surprise sale on cold-weather clothing essentials with prices starting as low as $20.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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As a state senator, Jones did vote for a 2017 law that opened a narrow exception in Georgia's law prohibiting governments from conveying property seized through condemnation proceedings to private developers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Dec. 2025
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The film has been given a handsome production, with Hytner deftly conveying the period setting and eliciting excellent performances from the large ensemble.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Dec. 2025
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“Imparting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imparting. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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