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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If the ad promotes transparent evaluation rules, those rules should be easy to find before payment.

— David Ispiryan, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
The honor, announced today, promotes the practice of investigative journalism exemplifying compassion, courage and integrity.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of promotes

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The Additional Protocol is an agreement between the IAEA and a country that grants agency inspectors increased access to nuclear sites.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Sep. 2026
The same California law also grants law enforcement the ability to issue notices to manufacturers if these vehicles commit a traffic violation, according to the California DMV.

— Paris Barraza, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of grants

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The university’s scholarships office already awards nearly $4 million in institutional scholarships each year.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2026
Ellen is also thankful for those who have supported Doug’s pride and joy, the Chris Mello Scholarship Fund, which awards money to distinguished students on each side of the Rye-Harrison football rivalry.

— Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 10 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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