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as in talks
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
the police only caught the mastermind of the burglary because his disgruntled partner informed
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as in tells
to give information to
chose teaching as a career because it affords the opportunity to inform a whole generation of young minds
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Recent Examples of informs
Reconnecting with the beauty, awe and wonders of life within and around us informs our senses, perceptions, thoughts and actions as well as improving our well-being.
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Jessica Dulong, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
There are, the film informs us at the end, two Shakers who are still around; at its height, the congregation numbered about 6,000.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025
Inside, a vintage patchwork leather sofa informs elements like immersive black marble walls whose veins echo waves framed by glass walls.
—Will Speros, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
Conrad suddenly looks up and gets a call from Adam, who informs him that Jeremiah called off the wedding.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The committee gives feedback that informs its recommendation on curriculum to the board.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
What's neat about this is the reinforcement learning program informs the control system for movement and using the racket arm.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
As a former makeup artist, Tresvant informs clients about how health and wellness can lead to clear, strong skin.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2025
If the matters to be handled by the committee are executive session items, the formation of the committee itself still should be an open session item, which informs the membership that some closed session items will not be handled by the entire board of directors.
—Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2025
Jessica Dulong, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
There are, the film informs us at the end, two Shakers who are still around; at its height, the congregation numbered about 6,000.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025
Inside, a vintage patchwork leather sofa informs elements like immersive black marble walls whose veins echo waves framed by glass walls.
—Will Speros, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
Conrad suddenly looks up and gets a call from Adam, who informs him that Jeremiah called off the wedding.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The committee gives feedback that informs its recommendation on curriculum to the board.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
What's neat about this is the reinforcement learning program informs the control system for movement and using the racket arm.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
As a former makeup artist, Tresvant informs clients about how health and wellness can lead to clear, strong skin.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2025
If the matters to be handled by the committee are executive session items, the formation of the committee itself still should be an open session item, which informs the membership that some closed session items will not be handled by the entire board of directors.
—Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for informs
Verb
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Avrich talks to Deadline in regards to how this went down.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
6 Sep. 2025
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First up this week, Joelle Renstrom talks with Drew about being a teacher in 2025 and her recent essay for the site about Cliffs Notes.—
The Lit Hub Podcast,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The movie tells the true story of Joe Scaravella, played by actor-producer Vince Vaughn, his restaurant Enoteca Maria and its staff of nonnas.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In Butterfly, Perabo plays the head of a powerful private intelligence agency called Caddis — and her character betrays the show’s protagonist, David Jung (played by Kim), to seize sole control of the company.—
Lizzie Hyman,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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But then one betrays the other by penning a book based on the life of the other, calling into question whether great art is worth the cost.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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To combat isolation amid shorter days, keep in touch with loved ones, NextStep4MentalHealth advises.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Look at the intent, Malik advises.—
Kate O'Flaherty,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If ginger beer sings with a dark rum, sing.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Johnson sings throughout the film, including on lyrical creations by Lin-Manuel Miranda.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines each contain mRNA, which instructs cells to manufacture the coronavirus spike protein, simulating infection with the virus.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Once the victim calls for tech support help, the scammer instructs them to download a program giving access to the victim’s computer.—
Jeremy Tanner,
The Hill,
30 Aug. 2025
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