invests (in)

Definition of invests (in)next
present tense third-person singular of invest (in)
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Verb
  • This prevents reactive behaviors from spreading to the team and promotes calm, consistent leadership, which is more effective for sustained performance.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
  • Microsoft, which widely promotes its Copilot technology, has lagged behind internet rivals in creating AI tools and services that resonate with users.
    Jordan Novet, CNBC, 22 May 2026
Verb
  • The judge grants Margo full custody, while Mark gets to see Bodhi two weekends a month.
    Matt Minton, Variety, 20 May 2026
  • But because the lawsuit was filed in Lubbock, Texas, Sorsby’s legal team is clearly hoping a local judge grants an injunction that allows the Texas Tech quarterback back onto the field for the 2026 season.
    Trey Wallace OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Verb
  • The state currently awards most of its votes by congressional district, giving Democrats a chance to deny Republicans of at least one vote in the 2nd Congressional District.
    Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 12 May 2026
  • The jury that awards the prestigious Golden Lion prizes resigned last week in protest over the participation of Russia and Israel.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 May 2026
Verb
  • It's also designed to cradle and lock the heel in place, which contributes to a secure fit that prevents your feet from slipping out of the shoe mid-step.
    Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026
  • Potatoes in garden soil produce the best yield, and having more space to grow contributes to that.
    Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 23 May 2026
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“Invests (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invests%20%28in%29. Accessed 25 May. 2026.

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