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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He was granted a $10,000 bond during a court hearing on March 17, WCIV reported.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Even on the Merits, the Administration Fails The judges further argued that their standing order was a lawful exercise of inherent judicial power to protect jurisdiction, comparing it to temporary stays issued by appellate courts.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
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Critics, including these plaintiffs, say registration is intrusive and allows the government to collect sensitive personal information from lawful gun owners.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Aug. 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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The California Department of Water Resources was assigned to disburse the loan to PG&E and ensure that the funds were used for authorized costs.—
CalMatters,
Oc Register,
12 Aug. 2025
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Authorities are unsure how Radford got his personal firearm through the base’s high security before carrying out the shooting, although personnel with authorized access are typically not searched en masse unless an installation has increased its security posture in response to potential threats.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
9 Aug. 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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The origin of 'OK' remained a mystery for much of its existence - and even today, some still dispute the most accepted explanation.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
23 July 2025
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About 42% of accepted first-year California students are considered first-generation college students, including 32% at UC Berkeley and 30% at UC Santa Cruz.—
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
29 July 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 20 Aug. 2025.
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