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as in tasks
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
trusted the eldest child with walking the dog every morning
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as in hands
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
I wouldn't trust my wallet with a complete stranger if I were you
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as in believes
to regard as right or true
don't trust everything you read in the newspaper
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as in cartels
a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage
government lawyers argued against allowing the telephone companies to merge, asserting that such a merger would result in a trust that would stifle competition
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as in care
responsibility for the safety and well-being of someone or something
left her cat in the trust of her neighbors while she was on vacation
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as in credits
the right to take possession of goods before paying for them
the neighborhood grocer will occasionally sell on trust to his regular customers when they don't have the cash on hand
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Recent Examples of trusts
Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Walker wasn’t good in pass protection last year (two sacks and nine pressures in 51 pass-blocking snaps, per PFF), and the Broncos need a third-down back whom Nix trusts.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
These are the brands Vogue trusts the most.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
The stock market doesn’t seem crazy about it because no one trusts anything software right now.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
The dollar holds that status because the global financial system still trusts the United States.
—Les Rubin, Boston Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
But my mom isn’t the only nurse who trusts the Hoka Solimar for hours-long shifts.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
The risk with these situations is that Tudor only trusts his long-term associates and the other coaches are left feeling excluded or unable to have an input on tactics and team selection.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
Mohan has no issues with putting limitations on what eateries like 42 Bistro can do, but trusts military personnel to show restraint.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Steve Tisch and siblings Laurie and Jonathan Tisch are seeking to transfer their collective equity stake in the New York Giants to trusts established for their children.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, treasurer Jonathan Tisch and board director Laurie Tisch have asked the NFL’s finance committee to approve a transfer of their remaining interest in the organization to their children’s trusts.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2026
Then in February, commercial real estate broker stocks and real estate investment trusts tumbled on concerns over AI disrupting white-collar jobs.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
Plans for a sequel are already underway, along with further collaborations including global ocean trusts, bridging the gap between meaningful topics and down-to-earth eco-conscious actions.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
Michelson and Odigie are part of a growing cohort of community leaders and advocates who are calling for support to keep Altadena in local hands, including community land trusts, land banking initiatives and local nonprofits.
—Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Environmental groups and land trusts began pushing for new parks and open space preserves.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Californians with a net worth of $1 billion or more and certain trusts would see a one-time 5% tax, according to a filing for the proposal.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
Verb
Offshore trusts still play a significant role in asset protection.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Walker wasn’t good in pass protection last year (two sacks and nine pressures in 51 pass-blocking snaps, per PFF), and the Broncos need a third-down back whom Nix trusts.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
These are the brands Vogue trusts the most.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
The stock market doesn’t seem crazy about it because no one trusts anything software right now.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
The dollar holds that status because the global financial system still trusts the United States.
—Les Rubin, Boston Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
But my mom isn’t the only nurse who trusts the Hoka Solimar for hours-long shifts.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
The risk with these situations is that Tudor only trusts his long-term associates and the other coaches are left feeling excluded or unable to have an input on tactics and team selection.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
Mohan has no issues with putting limitations on what eateries like 42 Bistro can do, but trusts military personnel to show restraint.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
Offshore trusts were marketed as quiet sanctuaries, insulated by geography and confidentiality statutes.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Steve Tisch and siblings Laurie and Jonathan Tisch are seeking to transfer their collective equity stake in the New York Giants to trusts established for their children.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, treasurer Jonathan Tisch and board director Laurie Tisch have asked the NFL’s finance committee to approve a transfer of their remaining interest in the organization to their children’s trusts.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2026
Then in February, commercial real estate broker stocks and real estate investment trusts tumbled on concerns over AI disrupting white-collar jobs.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
Plans for a sequel are already underway, along with further collaborations including global ocean trusts, bridging the gap between meaningful topics and down-to-earth eco-conscious actions.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
Michelson and Odigie are part of a growing cohort of community leaders and advocates who are calling for support to keep Altadena in local hands, including community land trusts, land banking initiatives and local nonprofits.
—Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Environmental groups and land trusts began pushing for new parks and open space preserves.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Californians with a net worth of $1 billion or more and certain trusts would see a one-time 5% tax, according to a filing for the proposal.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trusts
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The eight-page agreement also tasks colleges to provide wraparound support services including counseling and tutoring to better prepare students.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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The contract, signed in January 2026, tasks BBK with advocating before Congress, the White House and federal agencies on behalf of the county to secure funding and action to address cross-border sewage flows that have fouled South Bay beaches and communities for decades.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
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Mazloum will officially succeed D’Amaro next Wednesday, the same day that Bob Iger hands the keys to the kingdom to the next generation of leadership.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
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But suspicion softens when someone hands you a plate of food.—
Monti Carlo,
AJC.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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He was involved in multiple relegation battles and believes having the right mindset is key.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Union-Tribune draft expert Eddie Brown believes a team could go after Cooper as a developmental player on the D-line who could make an immediate contribution on special teams.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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While millions of Americans travel to Mexico each year without incident, law enforcement officials emphasize that criminal violence remains widespread in regions where cartels operate.—
Armando Regil Velasco,
FOXNews.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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The heart of our agreement is a commitment to using lethal military force to destroy the sinister cartels and terrorist networks.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Undocumented immigrants were among those gaining coverage, which provided access to regular doctor visits and preventative care .—
Andrew Graham
March 9,
Sacbee.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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Sesame’s clinicians will also stay with the patient throughout any IMI RMA procedures to help translate medical terminology, provide emotional support, and offer any other care coordination needed.—
Anna Moeslein,
Glamour,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The program progressively lowers the amount of greenhouse gas emissions allowed in the state, and lets emitters buy and sell unused pollution credits, or allowances.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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In the theater realm, the company’s production credits include 2017’s Jitney revival, which earned Legend his first Tony nomination and win.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Constitution entrusts Congress with the authority to declare war, ensuring that matters of armed conflict are subject to careful deliberations and democratic accountability.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
28 Feb. 2026
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The crown jewel of the Constitution entrusts the war power exclusively to Congress because of the propensity of the executive branch for unprovoked aggression to aggrandize power.—
Bruce Fein,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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And Aneksi rarely leaves my side.—
Jennifer Wolfgram,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Myka leaves this interaction believing Missé over Dara and saying she’s done with their friendship.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Trusts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trusts. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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