1
as in stops
to bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end
his wife suggested that he give over working such long hours if it was making him so unhappy
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2
as in leaves
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
gave over his entire savings to an investor
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gives over
Verb
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The woman in question was identified as Renee Brown, a 36-year-old single mom who works two jobs, loves her kid, and never stops, à la Reba McEntire.—
Marc Griffin,
VIBE.com,
8 Jan. 2025 -
During the cruise, expect beachside dinners under the stars, stops at under-the-radar villages, and visits to temples.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
7 Jan. 2025
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Claire leaves, and John orders Beauchamp to cut the crap.—
Lincee Ray,
EW.com,
28 Dec. 2024
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The formula works into a moisturizing lather that leaves coils bouncy and ready for styling.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
28 Dec. 2024
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For now, the pro football season mercifully ends, and not nearly soon enough.—
Mike Lupica,
New York Daily News,
4 Jan. 2025
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Wavy is between straight and curly, holds hairstyles well, and has big curls and waves from roots to ends.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
4 Jan. 2025
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The judiciary should act with resolve—now—to ensure that this abuse of executive power ceases.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Tempers flare and stadiums erupt in this incredible tournament, that never ceases to entertain.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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His book, Phenomenal Phone Calls, gives readers his gritty guide to closing big money deals over the phone.—
Kyle J. Russell,
USA TODAY,
5 Jan. 2025
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The courts back up that interpretation, but not everyone else buys it, so many front-line professionals refuse to use the tools the law gives them.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
5 Jan. 2025
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Each of these halts progress for us all and needs urgent attention.—
Nadia Edwards-Dashti,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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Each of these halts progress for us all and needs urgent attention.—
Nadia Edwards-Dashti,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In it, the singer-songwriter saunters in a polka-dot dress before the screen pans to a glamorous-looking Carey, who delivers a whistle note.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
24 Dec. 2024
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Based on a recent week’s test, the AWD Sport Touring Hybrid delivers all the goods the CRV is known for.—
Josh Max,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Gives over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gives%20over. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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