presentations

noun

plural of presentation
as in gifts
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 presentations It’s designed for anyone who wants to retain information more effectively, whether that’s preparing for exams, remembering presentations, learning new skills, or simply reducing forgetfulness. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 9 Aug. 2026 NextSlide developed technology that turns prompts, notes, documents, and research into polished, editable presentations. — Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026 The hearing will also feature presentations from representatives of insurance companies. — Jenna Carlesso, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026 The best part of the competition is taking a deep dive into a specific topic, Wadkins said, and also listening to the other students’ presentations to learn more about a specific time or person in history. — Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026 The fourth edition of Kiaf HIGHLIGHTS will showcase ten artists that will be selected by an international jury of art professionals, and this section will exhibit presentations based on these artists’ practices. — News Desk, Artforum, 31 July 2026 La Jolla 101 will feature networking, presentations from local organizations, and food and beverage tastings. — Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 July 2026 The emotion of anxiety shows up before difficult conversations, major presentations, high-stakes decisions, and periods of change. — David H. Rosmarin, Time, 30 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for presentations
  1. gifts
  2. donations
  3. presents
Noun
  • After that, the two tinkered with a few start-up concepts, including one meant to help people surprise their friends with gifts—like wine at a restaurant.
    — Andrew Zucker, Vanity Fair, 14 Aug. 2026
  • People were more reluctant to use AI when choosing gifts for close friends.
    — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of gifts
Noun
  • The city and school administration were working with the Salvation Army to set up a location for food distribution and donations.
    — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The memorial is funded by private donations, and the Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation is anticipating to dedicate the memorial in late 2028.
    — Mike Stunson, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of donations
Noun
  • At Christmas, we host, decorate our home and a tree, and buy presents for them along with providing the holiday meal, etc.
    — Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • One distinctive problem rounding presents is the implications for retail pricing.
    — Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of presents

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