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as in donating
to make a present of
bestowed a new car on their son for graduation
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as in housing
to provide with living quarters or shelter
eventually the refugee family was bestowed in its own apartment
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Recent Examples of bestowing
Apfel, known for her modernist-Rocco flair, is no doubt gazing down on author Ari Seth Cohen and his new book Advanced Pets, bestowing her approval.
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R. Daniel Foster, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The act of bestowing someone with a name or appellation.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Therefore, tucked away in the interior part of each piece, a tiny ruby kisses the wearer’s body, bestowing upon them blessings of good fortune.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
The Set Designers & Model Makers are bestowing their Lifetime Achievement Award on set designer Barbara Mesney, presented by art director Dawn Swiderski.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
The National Association of Theatre Owners is bestowing their Marquee Award next year on Cinemark President and CEO, Sean Gamble.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 4 Dec. 2024
Voters might think to hold off on feting Chu’s achievement until after the second film’s release, bestowing one best picture prize on the entire vision.
—Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Nov. 2024
Shaking up its consolidated format, the talent search competition is bestowing an initial reward on the finalists ahead of the award ceremony taking place IRL on March 20 in Trieste, Italy, the city off of fashion’s radar that has been home to ITS for the past 22 years.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 28 Nov. 2024
And yet, this unexpectedly addicting appetizer disappeared quickly from the buffet table, and everyone was bestowing compliments on me.
—Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2024
R. Daniel Foster, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The act of bestowing someone with a name or appellation.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Therefore, tucked away in the interior part of each piece, a tiny ruby kisses the wearer’s body, bestowing upon them blessings of good fortune.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
The Set Designers & Model Makers are bestowing their Lifetime Achievement Award on set designer Barbara Mesney, presented by art director Dawn Swiderski.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
The National Association of Theatre Owners is bestowing their Marquee Award next year on Cinemark President and CEO, Sean Gamble.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 4 Dec. 2024
Voters might think to hold off on feting Chu’s achievement until after the second film’s release, bestowing one best picture prize on the entire vision.
—Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Nov. 2024
Shaking up its consolidated format, the talent search competition is bestowing an initial reward on the finalists ahead of the award ceremony taking place IRL on March 20 in Trieste, Italy, the city off of fashion’s radar that has been home to ITS for the past 22 years.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 28 Nov. 2024
And yet, this unexpectedly addicting appetizer disappeared quickly from the buffet table, and everyone was bestowing compliments on me.
—Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bestowing
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Today’s consumers want companies to promote a cause and show their dedication by donating a percentage of sales, implementing sustainable practices or working with relevant groups.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Here are some volunteering and donating opportunities to consider around Louisville for 2024.Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 10 Dec. 2024
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In accommodating a young family, Ainscough’s brief meant carving out special—and sometimes small—spaces.Katherine Burns Olson, Architectural Digest, 27 Nov. 2024
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Without accommodating multiple actors—HTS, Kurdish communities, local notables—no economic arrangement can endure.Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In the meantime, Mangione will remain at State Correctional Institute Huntingdon giving prosecutors 30 days to obtain a governor’s warrant.Caitlyn Frolo, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, giving yourself more options is an antidote to hopelessness.R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Although much of Malibu was under evacuation orders, sheltering in place was the university’s primary plan during wildfires, developed in consultation with fire officials, said Michael Friel, a university spokesman.Corina Knoll, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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At the end of 2023, 117,000 additional dogs and cats were in the animal sheltering system compared to the same time the year before.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Any tariffs would obviate much if not all of the cost savings achieved by manufacturing there, presenting another challenge for Newsom and his EV ambitions.Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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This also means fostering community and presenting loyalty in a fashion that’s accessible and usable, such as cash-back programs and online wallets.Frank Minervini, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This approach aims to increase productivity by over 50 percent, enabling the company to expand its product range to mid-rise townhouses, multi-family homes, and lodging facilities.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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In county governments across the country, officials who fear elections are vulnerable to fraud have been taking matters into their own hands, lodging protests and investigations.Erin Mansfield, USA TODAY, 16 Oct. 2024
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Mangione was arrested on charges of possession of an unlicensed firearm, forgery and providing false identification to police.Caitlyn Frolo, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
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If the company can tick the right boxes, providing those measures won’t be taxable to the employee.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Bestowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bestowing. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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