as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return
a presentation of much-needed money to the children's charity
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Recent Examples of presentation
As a result of that presentation, Disney committed to nearly doubling its investment in its parks and cruise ships, bringing the total to $60 billion over the next decade.
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Russ Bredholt Jr, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Feb. 2026
Tune in Tuesday for presentations from the sheriff, district attorney and probation department.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
At its December meeting, the board will hear a presentation on the new boundaries for affected schools.
—Kendrick Calfee
february 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
More than $16 million was spent on trainings, conferences, food and trade shows, with the presentation often outlining in great detail where that money reportedly went, down to menu items on meals that were served to attendees.
—Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
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Russ Bredholt Jr, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Feb. 2026
Tune in Tuesday for presentations from the sheriff, district attorney and probation department.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
At its December meeting, the board will hear a presentation on the new boundaries for affected schools.
—Kendrick Calfee
february 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
More than $16 million was spent on trainings, conferences, food and trade shows, with the presentation often outlining in great detail where that money reportedly went, down to menu items on meals that were served to attendees.
—Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presentation
Noun
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There is a lot of cleansing, mentally and physically, preparing floral arrangements for home and gifts.—
Lisa Wong Macabasco,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
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The day usually involves special morning prayers, charity, special meals, family visits, gifts and more.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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At present, inflation expectations are coming in above the target of 2%, but not as hot as economists feared.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Nuis and Stolz had no answer for the inexplicably fast paces in an environment that lacks the climate control and steady temperature present at the sport’s other top tracks.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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This included clothing donations, beach conservation efforts, community programs in Pedra do Sal, and the preservation of the Brazilian flag painting on Eduardo Jansen Street.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Feb. 2026
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The retail space is needed to provide the shopping experience for residents coming in during the weeks and the warehouse space is for accepting goods from distribution centers and donations from the community.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Presentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presentation. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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