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as in offers
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
we will present a performance of Our Town tomorrow evening
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2
as in introduces
to make (one person) known (to another) socially
may I present my niece Sarah?
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3
as in donates
to make a present of
the company presented a gold watch to him on the occasion of his retirement
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as in todays
the time currently existing or in progress
I cannot talk to you at present, but perhaps in a few minutes
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as in gifts
something given to someone without expectation of a return
an impressive array of presents for the bride and groom
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Recent Examples of presents
Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
The exhibition’s first wall presents a large photograph of Nicky holding their mother’s urn to set the scene.
—Sarah Moroz, Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
According to the source, supporters of a more aggressive approach increasingly believe the current moment presents a rare opportunity to identify, train and support local resistance networks capable of protecting protesters and challenging the regime from within.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
The Great Lakes region presents unique operational challenges because of its size and heavy commercial traffic.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
Father and Our Father were separately recognized by the publication Cinema Without Borders, which presents the Bridging the Borders Award.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 7 May 2026
Anyone who presents a race bib will receive 25% off museum admission.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 7 May 2026
Finally, our district’s beautiful coastline presents many unique challenges.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
The event presents work in 10 languages and is supported by the BFI Audience Projects Fund, which distributes National Lottery funding.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 May 2026
Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
Survival beyond Earth won't hinge on heroics as much as planning, engineering and being as methodical as the threats deep space presents.
—Alan Bradley, Space.com, 8 May 2026
Shop last-minute Mother's Day presents from Amazon, Boarderie, Build-A-Bear and more.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 6 May 2026
Necessity is the mother of invention, as the saying goes, and the existential problems that war presents often act as a stimulus to innovation.
—David Szondy
may 02, New Atlas, 2 May 2026
Hurry and grab even more great presents from Kate Spade, Owala, Kendra Scott, Laneige, and more popular brands, with prices starting at just $10.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
This would include any surprise items such as birthday presents, Christmas presents, gift cards, holiday decorations or even items hidden for a scavenger hunt.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Women often take on the labor of organizing their family and friends throughout the year—from birthday presents to RSVP’ing for their partner’s third cousin’s wedding to planning family vacations and celebrations.
—Glamour, 24 Apr. 2026
You have been specifically told not to bring presents.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
Adair’s family and attorneys argue having Fatherley out of custody presents a danger to the public, and is an unfair system, since anyone else charged with murder would be arrested, Daniels said.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
The exhibition’s first wall presents a large photograph of Nicky holding their mother’s urn to set the scene.
—Sarah Moroz, Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
According to the source, supporters of a more aggressive approach increasingly believe the current moment presents a rare opportunity to identify, train and support local resistance networks capable of protecting protesters and challenging the regime from within.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
The Great Lakes region presents unique operational challenges because of its size and heavy commercial traffic.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
Father and Our Father were separately recognized by the publication Cinema Without Borders, which presents the Bridging the Borders Award.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 7 May 2026
Anyone who presents a race bib will receive 25% off museum admission.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 7 May 2026
Finally, our district’s beautiful coastline presents many unique challenges.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
The event presents work in 10 languages and is supported by the BFI Audience Projects Fund, which distributes National Lottery funding.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 May 2026
Noun
Yet, even as its population has contracted, the problem Rikers presents has grown.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
Survival beyond Earth won't hinge on heroics as much as planning, engineering and being as methodical as the threats deep space presents.
—Alan Bradley, Space.com, 8 May 2026
Shop last-minute Mother's Day presents from Amazon, Boarderie, Build-A-Bear and more.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 6 May 2026
Necessity is the mother of invention, as the saying goes, and the existential problems that war presents often act as a stimulus to innovation.
—David Szondy
may 02, New Atlas, 2 May 2026
Hurry and grab even more great presents from Kate Spade, Owala, Kendra Scott, Laneige, and more popular brands, with prices starting at just $10.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
This would include any surprise items such as birthday presents, Christmas presents, gift cards, holiday decorations or even items hidden for a scavenger hunt.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Women often take on the labor of organizing their family and friends throughout the year—from birthday presents to RSVP’ing for their partner’s third cousin’s wedding to planning family vacations and celebrations.
—Glamour, 24 Apr. 2026
You have been specifically told not to bring presents.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for presents
Verb
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The exotic box offers a minimum one year of self-employment without tax returns.—
Jeff Lazerson,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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The resort offers oceanfront accommodations, sunrise yoga, cocktails and fresh seafood, with a strong focus on beachfront relaxation and spa experiences.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The latest version introduces many more enhancements than in recent years, including auto-payroll, better document management, employee self-onboarding, geolocation for Time and Attendance, and new health benefits integrations.—
Kathy Yakal,
PC Magazine,
6 May 2026
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The changes have been happening slowly at McDonald's restaurants across the nation — including Texas — as the fast-food giant's modernization plan introduces computerized kiosks where customers can order.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Anyone who donates $200 or more will receive a one-year lounge entry pass.—
Ella Gonzales
May 5,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 May 2026
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Lin donates the combs to Samaritan House in San Mateo.—
Molly McCrea,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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But ask a robot to perform seemingly easy tasks, say, climbing up stairs or grabbing a glass of water, and many of todays droids still struggle.—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune,
11 Dec. 2025
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Massively popular in the Victorian era (especially the late 1800’s), gallery rails are finding their way into todays trad and modern homes alike.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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As is customary for the exponentially gifted among us, Gilbert Chevalier’s gifts for playing football, not soccer, with its robotic evocation of socks and fouls, but football, poetic, sensual, democratic football, earned him triumph and glory and even a brief siesta on top of the world.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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Save on adult and kids' neck pillows (starting at $29), and get great gifts for the whole family.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The Pisces Moon trine Jupiter gives instinct unusual confidence, making a risk feel worth taking.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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As his tone grows more drawn-out and guttural, and Thomas’ lyrical touch gives way to percussive attack, the rhythm section ups the ante, picking up speed like a gathering tornado.—
Levi Dayan,
Pitchfork,
11 May 2026
Verb
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Brandi Manzano, who goes by the name Baby Pokey Brandi, is a product development specialist at a hair care brand who also volunteers at We Can Be Heroes in her free time.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
8 May 2026
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Nichols also volunteers on several boards related to supporting veterans, underprivileged communities, and workforce development.—
Samuel O’Neal
Updated April 23,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Paramount Skydance wrapped up its series of intimate presentations with agencies and marketers in recent weeks.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
11 May 2026
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Eventually, some used it to prepare for conversations, presentations, or decisions.—
Jonathan Avery,
STAT,
11 May 2026
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“Presents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presents. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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