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as in offers
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
we will present a performance of Our Town tomorrow evening
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2
as in introduces
to make (one person) known (to another) socially
may I present my niece Sarah?
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3
as in donates
to make a present of
the company presented a gold watch to him on the occasion of his retirement
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as in todays
the time currently existing or in progress
I cannot talk to you at present, but perhaps in a few minutes
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as in gifts
something given to someone without expectation of a return
an impressive array of presents for the bride and groom
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Recent Examples of presents
Cam Inman, Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2025
In another example provided by the IRS, a server presents a customer’s bill on an electronic handheld point-of-sale device, which offers the option to pay 15%, 18%, 20%, other, or no tip.
—Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Alejado also has the ability to run for first-down yardage when necessary, which presents an additional challenge for a defense.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Boston's faith in Casas as its long-term solution at first base is likely shaken, and Murakami presents a solid option to add more power to the team's lineup.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
This presents an enormous advantage for buyers in higher-cost housing markets.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2025
Los Darks presents a one-day festival format inviting a broad mix of rock, dark-wave, goth and synth-pop acts, spanning emerging and legacy artists across genres.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
White’s unpaid marker presents a quandary for Las Vegas, and particularly for the Fertittas.
—Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
This evolution presents a major opportunity for telcos.
—Astha Bhardwaj, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
Anja Webb, Parents, 7 Nov. 2025
The Running Point actress was spotted shopping for holiday presents last December with a hands-free bag strapped across her body, and just one 12-second TikTok clip persuaded us to dole out some change on a purse that’s just like hers.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Learn how to wrap pretty presents—in under a minute—with this easy Japanese gift-wrapping technique.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Think giant inflatable hamster balls and a massive slingshot for flinging Christmas presents.
—Kristen Baldwin, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Nov. 2025
This 2025 holiday gift guide features a variety of presents for pets like dogs, cats, and hamsters.
—Jessica Moore, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
The next month, Smith’s beloved brother, Todd, had a stroke while wrapping Christmas presents and died.
—Amy Weiss-Meyer, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
Thereby enabling the Town Managers to correlate presents needs of new residency to Town Capital Improvement Projects upgrades.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2025
But these pens all had very serious limitations, and fountain pens were also so expensive they were often given as presents to mark important occasions like school graduations.
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
Left tackle Trent Williams chuckled when reporters advised him that the Rams’ front presents quite a challenge, led by Byron Young and Jared Verse.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2025
In another example provided by the IRS, a server presents a customer’s bill on an electronic handheld point-of-sale device, which offers the option to pay 15%, 18%, 20%, other, or no tip.
—Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Alejado also has the ability to run for first-down yardage when necessary, which presents an additional challenge for a defense.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Boston's faith in Casas as its long-term solution at first base is likely shaken, and Murakami presents a solid option to add more power to the team's lineup.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
This presents an enormous advantage for buyers in higher-cost housing markets.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2025
Los Darks presents a one-day festival format inviting a broad mix of rock, dark-wave, goth and synth-pop acts, spanning emerging and legacy artists across genres.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
White’s unpaid marker presents a quandary for Las Vegas, and particularly for the Fertittas.
—Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
This evolution presents a major opportunity for telcos.
—Astha Bhardwaj, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
Best Gifts for 5-Year-Olds When looking for gifts for 5-year-olds, opt for presents that encourage cooperative play, such as a family-friendly board game.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 7 Nov. 2025
The Running Point actress was spotted shopping for holiday presents last December with a hands-free bag strapped across her body, and just one 12-second TikTok clip persuaded us to dole out some change on a purse that’s just like hers.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Learn how to wrap pretty presents—in under a minute—with this easy Japanese gift-wrapping technique.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Think giant inflatable hamster balls and a massive slingshot for flinging Christmas presents.
—Kristen Baldwin, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Nov. 2025
This 2025 holiday gift guide features a variety of presents for pets like dogs, cats, and hamsters.
—Jessica Moore, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
The next month, Smith’s beloved brother, Todd, had a stroke while wrapping Christmas presents and died.
—Amy Weiss-Meyer, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
Thereby enabling the Town Managers to correlate presents needs of new residency to Town Capital Improvement Projects upgrades.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2025
But these pens all had very serious limitations, and fountain pens were also so expensive they were often given as presents to mark important occasions like school graduations.
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for presents
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In addition to marketing and contract management services, Cureate offers educational courses.—
Cristina LaRue,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Alternatively, Tijjani Reijnders offers running power that could hurt Liverpool on the break.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The third movie in the franchise reunites Fisher with the rest of the original Four Horsemen — Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, and Dave Franco — as well as Mark Ruffalo and Morgan Freeman, and introduces new cast members Rosamund Pike, Ariana Greenblatt, Dominic Sessa, and Justice Smith.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Cipriani family's 71-story tower in Downtown Dubai introduces two collections of residences—the Signature and the Nobile—and even offers buyers a path to the city’s coveted Golden Visa.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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An altruistic donation — also known as a non-directed living donation — is when someone donates an organ to a stranger, Weill Cornell Medicine explains.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Carney has put the containers in her curbside recycling in the past, and now donates them to people or fund-raising organizations who can use the cash.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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This gives guests direct access to historic centers and cultural landmarks while allowing more time to explore.—
DeAnna Taylor,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
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Decisions at COPs are made by consensus, meaning countries must agree on everything — a feature which technically gives any nation a veto and can make progress very slow and fraught.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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Yeraldin also volunteers as a bilingual translator during Parent Nights, bridging communication between families and staff.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Today, my wife volunteers at our tennis club, takes pottery and Dutch lessons, and plays sports.—
Alex Trias,
CNBC,
18 Oct. 2025
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The company, which provides infrastructure for AI, reported revenue that more than doubled from a year earlier, beating analyst expectations.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
11 Nov. 2025
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In addition, Blaze Pizza will donate $1 from every pizza sold that day to Folds of Honor, which provides educational scholarships to military families.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
Verb
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How Hypertension Affects Brain Structure Hypertension contributes to or accelerates cognitive decline via various harmful brain mechanisms.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
6 Nov. 2025
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Native Instruments contributes training, mentorship and industry-leading software and hardware.—
Heran Mamo,
Billboard,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The third cinematic life that the film bestows on the interview is the moment of filming.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Guide also bestows Bib Gourmand and Green Star honors.—
CharlotteFive staff,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Presents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presents. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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