confides

verb

Definition of confidesnext
present tense third-person singular of confide
as in leaves
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another the local SPCA was looking for homes for a number of exotic animals confided to its care

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  1. leaves
  2. gives
  3. recommends
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  • This Allure Best of Beauty Award winner is available in six different formulations, each varying in scent and skin-care benefits, but their common denominator is shea butter, which leaves skin feeling velvety smooth.
    Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Their expertise is not in building consumer-grade experiences, which leaves a gap for innovation in consumer healthcare devices.
    Jim Pursley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of leaves
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  • After its massive renovation last year, the iconic hotel gives Wes Anderson vibes and exudes Old Hollywood glamour.
    Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Proposition 135 proposes an amendment to the Arizona Constitution that gives the Legislature more authority to determine the length of a state of emergency and new power to shape what a governor can do during that time.
    Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of gives
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  • Stubbs recommends wearing yours open, in what may feel like a counterintuitive styling choice, but that promises just the right amount of ease.
    Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
  • To avoid aggravation, Czech recommends taking a minimal approach to physical exfoliation, which can cause micro-tears on the epidermis if you get carried away.
    Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of recommends
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confidently

confides

confiding

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