as in donates
to make a present of
trained tax consultants who volunteer their services at tax time
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Recent Examples of volunteers
Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 10 Aug. 2025
Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 7 June 2026
Cathy Welsh, a community member who volunteers within the district, said it's become apparent to her that Maluchnik may be engaged in a pattern of behavior.
—Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The fund began in the 1980s when parent volunteers Sandy Parish and Susan Pfleeger created a nonprofit to reward hard‑working TPHS students.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2026
The issue has drawn supporters like Emily Miller, a 43-year-old from Greensboro who volunteers on various voter turnout efforts that benefit Democrats.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
Geographer Dugan Meyer, one of the map’s creators, is a PhD student at the University of Arizona who volunteers with Tucson Rapid Response and related organizations.
—Carolina Cuellar, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Brandi Manzano, who goes by the name Baby Pokey Brandi, is a product development specialist at a hair care brand who also volunteers at We Can Be Heroes in her free time.
—Daily News, 8 May 2026
Nichols also volunteers on several boards related to supporting veterans, underprivileged communities, and workforce development.
—Samuel O’Neal April 23, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
Unless an author volunteers the exact amount, only the people involved in the deal will know how much that was.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
Noun
Today, GroceryLand, with the help of some 30 volunteers, serves a few hundred regular clients, volunteer Maria Mavraganes said.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 10 Aug. 2025
Verb
Currently, Dunn volunteers for IMA full time.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 7 June 2026
Cathy Welsh, a community member who volunteers within the district, said it's become apparent to her that Maluchnik may be engaged in a pattern of behavior.
—Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The fund began in the 1980s when parent volunteers Sandy Parish and Susan Pfleeger created a nonprofit to reward hard‑working TPHS students.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2026
The issue has drawn supporters like Emily Miller, a 43-year-old from Greensboro who volunteers on various voter turnout efforts that benefit Democrats.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
Geographer Dugan Meyer, one of the map’s creators, is a PhD student at the University of Arizona who volunteers with Tucson Rapid Response and related organizations.
—Carolina Cuellar, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Brandi Manzano, who goes by the name Baby Pokey Brandi, is a product development specialist at a hair care brand who also volunteers at We Can Be Heroes in her free time.
—Daily News, 8 May 2026
Nichols also volunteers on several boards related to supporting veterans, underprivileged communities, and workforce development.
—Samuel O’Neal April 23, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
Unless an author volunteers the exact amount, only the people involved in the deal will know how much that was.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for volunteers
Verb
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The front and rear tracks have been stretched like the Civic Type-R, which donates its front dual-axis and rear multilink suspension to the Prelude, as well as its adaptive dampers, which have been recalibrated for a more comfortable ride.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
10 June 2026
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Anyone who donates $30 or more will receive a commemorative t-shirt designed by Ezra Young, a product design major at the University of Minnesota who is a descendant of Lewis Morris, a signer of the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Despite the disagreement, Rigler said the ruling gives Cascadia supporters renewed confidence as legal challenges continue.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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What gives me optimism is that so many people still want to direct their immense talents and energies toward research.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
Verb
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For drivers, the tournament presents an opportunity to earn more money — but also challenges navigating crowded streets and road closures.—
Madeline Montgomery,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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For dim sum, Hei La Moon is home to a bi-level, hall-style emporium while Winsor Dim Sum Café presents an expansive menu and outstanding congee.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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“Volunteers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volunteers. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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