INVESTS (IN) Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

invests (in)

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present tense third-person singular of invest (in)

as in promotes

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The organization promotes the cats through social media and at adoption events held about once a month.

— Meg Dunn, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026
Cuticle oil hydrates this thin, sensitive skin and promotes growth by increasing circulation, and can be applied over polish.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of promotes

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Bodies and histories do not politely wait outside the studio until the artist grants them entrance.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026
Whereas the plan approved by the council Tuesday grants funding to third parties, the $425-million and $544-million plans are for the city government to spend on affordable housing and homelessness initiatives.

— Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of grants

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Chanel x Tribeca Through Her Lens winner, which awards one team full financing to produce a short film.

— Karla Cote, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026
The project awards five scholarships, each lasting three years — the entire duration of the training program — to five students enrolled in the directing, acting, screenwriting, editing and production design courses.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of awards

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Dream bench contributes 39 points Atlanta recorded 30 assists on 39 made baskets and committed only four turnovers.

— Christopher Harris, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026
When these differences remain hidden, organizations naturally allocate retention investments as though every customer contributes equally.

— Dr. Vasudeva Akula, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026

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