as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return
offering a Caribbean vacation giveaway to the millionth customer
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as in to display
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the insincerity of his apology was given away by that slight smirk on his face
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as in to donate
to make a present of
gave away all her potted plants when she moved
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Recent Examples of giveaway
Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2025
He was even booed — briefly, and by a minority of fans — after a giveaway led to Vancouver’s only goal in a 6-1 Jets romp last week.
—Murat Ates, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Best of The Athletic FC One thing that would help Amorim at Old Trafford is a reduction in the number of free kicks his players give away in their own defensive third.
—Phil Hay, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Their 20 total giveaways produced 37 points for the hosts.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2025
He was even booed — briefly, and by a minority of fans — after a giveaway led to Vancouver’s only goal in a 6-1 Jets romp last week.
—Murat Ates, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
Verb
Mackenzie Scott, Melinda French Gates and Austrian heiress Marlene Engelhorn has each given away millions – quickly and strategically, with a strong emphasis on equality and fairness.
—Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Best of The Athletic FC One thing that would help Amorim at Old Trafford is a reduction in the number of free kicks his players give away in their own defensive third.
—Phil Hay, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for giveaway
Noun
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Through the grace of God, everyone has specific gifts and talents.—
Gary Franks,
Hartford Courant,
14 Feb. 2025
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One of the gifts of being gay is the nonreproductive part.—
Jason Parham,
WIRED,
14 Feb. 2025
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Trump sends moon rock back to NASA that had been displayed in White House since 2021 Starliner astronauts 'focus on the now:' USA TODAY's exclusive interview with ISS crew NASA astronaut Suni Williams becomes woman with most hours spent on spacewalks When will the snow moon be visible?—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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For example, certain holidays and events, including Pride Month and Black History Month, are no longer displayed by default on the first day of the respective months, sparking some people to criticize the company on its message boards.—
Josh Campbell,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, Martini Golf donates 100,000 tees annually to veterans, adaptive golf programs and kids’ golf initiatives.—
Edgar Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2025
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According to the site, simply working on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, donating to Democrats, or even using pronouns in their bios was enough to land them on the list.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
7 Feb. 2025
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The effort hopes to raise at least $5 million in the coming months through donations and an auction of animation memorabilia via Sotheby’s.—
Terry Flores,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2025
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The group has offered food, donations and faith services at different locations across Sacramento for about 15 years, said founder Kathryn Baldwin.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacramento Bee,
9 Feb. 2025
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Regardless of the statements, the NFL has also revealed what elements of the game will be looked at.—
Anders Fogh Rasmussen,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
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Sally’s life partner, Tam O’Shaughnessy, reveals their hidden romance and the sacrifices that accompanied their 27 years together.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
5 Feb. 2025
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Grant and his dates will be volunteering at Vanderpump Dogs, the Bravolebrity’s non-profit rescue organization and doggie spa in Vegas.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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In addition to his work at the Computer History Museum, Hoyt volunteers at the Tech Interactive and Tech Challenge.—
Anne Gelhaus,
The Mercury News,
9 Feb. 2025
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At present, the line of 500 possible asteroid positions (pictured below) on Dec. 22, 2032, measures 1.2 million miles long.—
Stephen J. Beard,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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On the road is where Palace are thriving at present.—
Matt Woosnam,
The Athletic,
12 Feb. 2025
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Though the president's presence sparked mixed reactions online, the Threads video doesn't show him being booed at the game.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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The video showed several clips of the toddler spending time with horses — riding them, feeding them carrots and walking a miniature pony on a leash.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Giveaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giveaway. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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