as in gifts
something given to someone without expectation of a return
the alumna's huge bequest was an unexpected largess
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Noun
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Graduation is a huge milestone that calls for celebration and fanfare — and of course, gifts.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026 -
Let’s take a look at the best unique gifts your dad will love this Father’s Day.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
Noun
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During the summer months, donations often decline while the need for food assistance remains high, making community support especially important, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, which serves five counties, saw its donations increase 17% in its recent food drive, according to Rodriguez.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
Noun
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But most are here for the opportunity this blank canvas presents.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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Baraka’s play presents utterance as a shared medium to confront onlookers with historical racial violence and the resilience of Black Americans.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
Noun
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There are five food and beverage presentations throughout the day, including hot breakfast, light lunch and dinner spreads, and an evening nightcap service with desserts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Also enjoy tours of the Nectar Garden, lively puppet shows, special presentations about pollinators, family-friendly nature crafts and live music.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
1 June 2026
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“Largesses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/largesses. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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