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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Efforts to compete with Amazon during its ascent in the 2010s had department stores playing catchup on supply chain prowess and integrating stores with e-commerce—sometimes to the detriment of in-store experience.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025 -
But the political tensions inevitably had an impact.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Mental health diversion was granted in the case, which, according to prosecutors, was dismissed in 2022.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
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State officials have submitted applications to have FEMA either buy or elevate more than 400 homes in known flood zones since February, which if granted, would add up to more than $200 million in funding.—
Amber Gaudet
Updated October 31,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will consider whether those tariffs are lawful and allowed to stand.—
Alexandra Hutzler,
ABC News,
3 Nov. 2025
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For lawful immigrants, premium subsidies will also end in 2026.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Kinloch conceded the election in a short speech to his supporters Tuesday night.—
Corey Williams,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Sinclair, Ripley conceded, has experienced the downside of YouTube TV’s growth, including blackouts of its affiliated regional sports networks.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Still, complications can arise even as an authorized user.—
Steve Hruby,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
20 Oct. 2025
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Consumers should contact iFIT to arrange for a free home repair by an authorized technician in the form of a replacement screen console.—
News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The contest at Powerhouse Park in Del Mar, hosted by the Del Mar BodySurfing Club (DMBC), was a sanctioned event that served as a crucial stop on the IBSA Bodysurf World Tour Qualifying Series (BWT QS) for the North America region.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Flag football — this is its second season as a sanctioned CHSAA sport — features teams of just seven players.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Unlike her previous detention, when she was permitted to reside at home and allowed some communication with family, she is now imprisoned in an unknown location.—
Kim Aris,
Time,
7 Nov. 2025
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Entrance will not be permitted if guests are wearing athleticwear, beachwear, T-shirts, hoodies, ripped jeans or hats.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Campbell, though, now leads the Patriots in allowed sacks with four.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Vouchsafed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vouchsafed. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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