TENDS (TO) Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

tends (to)

verb

present tense third-person singular of tend (to)

as in ministers (to)

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More broadly, Palmer often gravitates toward bold pumps and sandals from Jimmy Choo, Christian Louboutin and Giuseppe Zanotti, while regularly reaching for Vans and Nike sneakers off-duty.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 16 Aug. 2026
Rather than using their music to chronicle grand, cinematic experiences, the duo intently gravitates toward the quiet moments that exist in between life’s victories and failures.

— Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026

Definition of gravitates

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Los Angeles likes to draft tight ends a year early, since the transition, mentally and physically, at this position and in this offense is so extreme.

— Nate Atkins, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
His father, a former Marine, likes to cook, so everyone is watching Shields’ eating habits.

— Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of likes

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Keane Lewis-Potter prefers to play further forward but has deputised admirably at left-back and could start there against Tottenham on the opening weekend.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
While everyone tries to photograph the actual eclipse, French prefers a different perspective if viewing the event with friends or family.

— Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of prefers

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Cuban has developed a reputation as being a prominent voice that favors business-first policies.

— Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Another argument favors sacrificing the long summer break for more frequent shorter breaks staggered throughout the school year.

— Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Aug. 2026

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