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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
This philosophy informs the organization’s experiential learning division, known as the Soulship Academy or Light School.
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Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 4 June 2026
But the spirit of McCartney’s meticulous recent archival projects now informs the message of his new music.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 4 June 2026
His experience across retail and institutional pharmacy environments informs a view grounded in workflow mechanics, data pipelines, and system reliability, discarding broad claims about automation for focused analysis.
—Ethan Stone
june 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026
In that, Diesel x Tinder feels real and raw, skipping performative activism for something that informs and inspires.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
That understanding informs the way each yacht is developed.
—Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
Meade’s personal background now informs her work as the CEO of the Clean Slate Initiative, a nonprofit at the forefront of one of the most successful criminal reform movements in recent years.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
That perspective also informs his work in one of Broadway’s most demanding roles.
—ABC News, 28 May 2026
That experience informs, not controls, her perspective.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 28 May 2026
Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 4 June 2026
But the spirit of McCartney’s meticulous recent archival projects now informs the message of his new music.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 4 June 2026
His experience across retail and institutional pharmacy environments informs a view grounded in workflow mechanics, data pipelines, and system reliability, discarding broad claims about automation for focused analysis.
—Ethan Stone
june 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026
In that, Diesel x Tinder feels real and raw, skipping performative activism for something that informs and inspires.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
That understanding informs the way each yacht is developed.
—Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
Meade’s personal background now informs her work as the CEO of the Clean Slate Initiative, a nonprofit at the forefront of one of the most successful criminal reform movements in recent years.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
That perspective also informs his work in one of Broadway’s most demanding roles.
—ABC News, 28 May 2026
That experience informs, not controls, her perspective.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for informs
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The agreement comes after the Israeli government threatened to escalate its actions in Lebanon — a move that threatens to derail the US-Iran talks.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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Below, Boston talks to Deadline about her unique writing process, the thematic heart of the series and why the show’s shocking finale ultimately functions as a breakup story.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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Netflix tells Variety the game will be updated daily throughout the World Cup with new challenges and features tied into the real events and results of the tournament.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
4 June 2026
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Navalny tells the story of Alexei Navalny, a Russian opposition leader whose poisoning by Putin operatives in August 2020 nearly killed him.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
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Below, Akinnuoye-Agbaje breaks down the climactic episode, explaining why Alamo decides to let Rue kill herself and why Bishop betrays him.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
1 June 2026
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This seemingly innocent proposal betrays how little some politicians think of American seniors.—
Editorial Board,
Washington Post,
24 May 2026
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The Challenger report also advises teens to start filling out applications ASAP.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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Soto advises teenagers looking for work to check which skills and certifications are required for a prospective role — for example, childcare workers and babysitters often need first aid and CPR certifications.—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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His older daughter, Dahlia, sings one of the songs from the musical.—
Mo Rocca,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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The multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter, who rocks an early era Maxwell ‘fro, plays drums, plucks bass, and sings about the ups and downs of love and consumerism on his new album, LK99.—
Elise Brisco,
Rolling Stone,
22 May 2026
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This portion instructs Claude to be attentive to the well-being of users.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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When the external environment reaches above 25 degrees Celsius, or 77 degrees Fahrenheit, the brain’s hypothalamus instructs the glands to release sweat.—
Sophia Dyer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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“Informs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/informs. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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