INVESTS (IN) Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

invests (in)

verb

present tense third-person singular of invest (in)

as in promotes

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Prior to the ⁠verdict, the Committee to Protect Journalists, an independent non-profit organization that promotes press ⁠freedom worldwide, said 29 journalists were imprisoned in Russia in connection with their work.

— Reuters, NBC news, 29 July 2026
Between such posts, Wall Street Mav promotes Kalshi betting odds.

— Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of promotes

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The report advocates for job design that grants autonomy and flexibility, mirroring neurodivergent entrepreneurs' success, to truly unlock strengths.

— Nancy Doyle, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Doing so grants me access to cloud storage and advanced features that would now be difficult to separate myself from.

— Damon Beres, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026

Definition of grants

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Another provision would create a grant program, the Innovation Fund, that awards $200 million a year for five years to localities with a track record of increasing housing supply.

— Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 22 June 2026
What else is going on Rebecca Grossman and an ex-Dodger were found liable for the crash that killed two boys; a jury awards $176 million.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026

Definition of awards

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Emerging political group challenges the ‘Charlotte Way’ Charlotte’s airport contributes nearly $40 billion annually to the economies of North and South Carolina, according to the city.

— DJ Simmons July 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 July 2026
This keeps these flavorful pieces from burning while the pasta cooks and contributes another layer of flavor to the sauce.

— Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 26 July 2026

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