as in permitted
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as in had
formal + old-fashioned
to give (something) to someone as a promise or a privilege
He vouchsafed the secret to only a few chosen disciples.
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vouchsafed
Verb
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Smith had seven points in the quarter, including a 3-pointer in the waning moments to give the Guardians a 42-36 lead.—
Lori Riley,
Hartford Courant,
5 Mar. 2025 -
Police had Bumgardner take a breathalyzer test twice, several minutes apart.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The source was granted anonymity to speak about classified matters.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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Adams granted the motion to withdraw on Tuesday.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Now, Ukrainians are asking America to keep that promise—not with weapons, but with compassion and lawful protection.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Additional money would be saved by eliminating SNAP benefits for between 120,000 and 250,000 immigrants legally in the U.S. who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents.—
David A. Lieb,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
Verb
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Madrid into the break with 29 goals conceded in 26 games this season across all competitions.—
Mario Cortegana,
The Athletic,
23 Dec. 2024
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Leicester, who have kept just one clean sheet this season, have conceded 37 goals in 17 league games at an average of over two goals a game, with seven goals conceded without reply in the last two fixtures alone.—
Rob Tanner,
The Athletic,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Becoming an authorized user on a family member or friend’s credit card is one way.—
Afshan Musani,
CNBC,
11 June 2025
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The program was already understaffed beyond its statutory authorized level, and the recent cuts will add further chaos, Chevat said.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, healthcare and social assistance workers suffered over 562,000 injuries in 2023, the most of any sector.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Yes, Rupert Murdoch lost an epic courtroom battle with his kids over his media empire (during which actual Succession plot lines were discussed), but the Fox News mogul also suffered a rare defeat in TV news.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Deposit cash using online banking, PayPal, credit card, debit card, Apple Pay or any other accepted payment method.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
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Passengers who don't have a REAL ID should bring another accepted form of ID, such as passports, passport cards, Global Entry, NEXUS and green cards.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
23 May 2025
Verb
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For example, girls’ volleyball has been sanctioned by the Florida High School Athletic Association since 1974.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2025
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The United States on Tuesday sanctioned a senior Hungarian government official and close ally of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for alleged corruption.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Vouchsafed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vouchsafed. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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