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Having the tendency to give
“Being the giving person that he was, much of his income would be donated to charity.”
The act of bestowing as a gift
“The giving of gifts is, in fact, the very essence of human civilization.”
The act of offering something as payment
“I can testify that I witnessed the giving of cash in exchange for unscrupulous favors.”
Something that is given as charity, especially a sum of money
The action of providing or supplying something for use
The action of dispensing, giving, or applying something
An act of assigning or entrusting something to someone
The act of sharing or distributing something among a group
The payment of money from a fund
Practical, moral or emotional help or support given
Present participle for to provide, or transfer possession of, something to someone
“The community would generously give their time and money to help the family in their time of need.”
Present participle for to pass from one person to another
“Please give my best wishes to your family.”
Present participle for to entrust a personal property or belonging to someone
“This is why it's important not to give your entire financial affairs to just one investment company.”
Present participle for used hyperbolically to express a great desire
“He would give his life for his family if he had to.”
Present participle for to accord someone with an opportunity
“The judge would give Steven Avery the opportunity to address the court with a statement.”
Present participle for to provide details via some form of printed material
“The menu will give the dishes we have available at our restaurant.”
Present participle for to be a source of
“On the other hand, I was no angel either as I knew how to give trouble and get away with it!”
Present participle for to yield as a product or result of
“Just adding some salt and pepper will give some added flavor to this dish.”
Present participle for to provide a social event as host or hostess
“She decided to give a formal tea party for her fortieth birthday.”
Present participle for to carry out a specified action
“As a sign of respect, you must give a bow when you meet the Queen.”
Present participle for to produce a sound
“The loud trumpets would give a loud clamor, heralding the approach of the King's convoy.”
Present participle for to carry out a physical interaction
“The two boys would give their friend a push on the swing.”
Present participle for to alter in shape or succumb under physical pressure
“The large wooden doors would finally give after being repeatedly pummeled by the invaders.”
Present participle for to perform or exhibit in public
“The renowned musician will give a public performance at the town square tomorrow afternoon.”
Present participle for to provide in payment
“I would be willing to give quite a lot of money for that car.”
Present participle for to make known an idea, emotion or opinion
“Everyone here will be allowed to give their opinion on this important matter.”
Present participle for to apply oneself diligently towards a goal
“He would give himself entirely to his fledgling business.”
Present participle for to transmit or spread over an area, space or population
“I was afraid that the coughing passenger on the train would give his cold to me!”
Present participle for to estimate or predict
“I give it two weeks before she starts feeling homesick.”
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