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to cause (something) to pass from one to another
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Recent Examples of imparts
Rice water increases the density of follicles on the scalp, strengthens the growth process, and imparts silkiness.
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Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 6 Mar. 2026
While each state imparts a different tang to a dish that may be common to all of South India, there are also a bevy of signature dishes unique to each state, and culinary approaches that are distinct to a state.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
Plus, the metal tip imparts a cooling sensation with each application.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2026
Every great winemaking region imparts something recognizably unique to its wines, and Takahiko told me that in Hokkaido this was umami, the earthy flavor so revered in Japanese cooking.
—Alex Halberstadt, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Rosemary, which imparts a bright fragrance to a bouquet, symbolizes fidelity.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Letting both of these seasonings (plus additional salt and pepper) sit on the wings, even for just 30 minutes, imparts tons of flavor.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
Unlike chubby tamales wrapped in corn husks, the Oaxacan version is flatter, with a more balanced mix of masa and filling, and steamed in a banana leaf that imparts a grassy aroma.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 Dec. 2025
The lessons Saturn imparts on us are going to rock our worlds for the better.
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 17 Dec. 2025
Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 6 Mar. 2026
While each state imparts a different tang to a dish that may be common to all of South India, there are also a bevy of signature dishes unique to each state, and culinary approaches that are distinct to a state.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
Plus, the metal tip imparts a cooling sensation with each application.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2026
Every great winemaking region imparts something recognizably unique to its wines, and Takahiko told me that in Hokkaido this was umami, the earthy flavor so revered in Japanese cooking.
—Alex Halberstadt, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Rosemary, which imparts a bright fragrance to a bouquet, symbolizes fidelity.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Letting both of these seasonings (plus additional salt and pepper) sit on the wings, even for just 30 minutes, imparts tons of flavor.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
Unlike chubby tamales wrapped in corn husks, the Oaxacan version is flatter, with a more balanced mix of masa and filling, and steamed in a banana leaf that imparts a grassy aroma.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 Dec. 2025
The lessons Saturn imparts on us are going to rock our worlds for the better.
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 17 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imparts
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The act would mandate wider u,se of ADS-B in and ADS-B out, a safety system that transmits an aircraft's location to other aircraft, NPR's Joel Rose tells Up First.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
25 Feb. 2026
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CapRadio’s tower plan CapRadio tried for more than a decade to repair the tower beaming KXPR, which transmits classical music.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Live Nation’s access to Ticketmaster data gives it a lot of competitive advantages with projecting pricing, which could now include shows that are not its own.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Local original artwork from contemporary Mexican artists lines the walls, custom furniture gives the spaces a stylish touch, and there’s a library with an honor bar that overlooks the peaceful (and oh-so-green) Parque Lincoln.—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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Whereas the initial narrowband signal might have a strong power across just a few frequencies, the smearing spreads that power across more frequencies, reducing the strength of the signal.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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War spreads in the Middle East, a coaching legend dies, and several incumbents face tough primaries.—
Melinda Yao,
NBC news,
7 Mar. 2026
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Ismailova’s dreamlike narrative vividly conveys an interconnected human-forest assemblage, rooted in local beliefs, intergenerational stewardship, and foraging practices increasingly strained by the climate crisis and global economic pressures.—
Anel Rakhimzhanova,
Artforum,
1 Mar. 2026
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Sporting a sophisticated color-block border and a discreet front placket that’s hiding buttonholes, the estate curtain conveys sophistication through its simple yet thoughtful design.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Imparts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imparts. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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