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as in to volunteer
to make a present of
contributes money to a variety of worthy causes
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Recent Examples of contribute
Fox News’ Brooke Singman contributed to this report.
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Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
Recent dry winds, including the notorious Santa Anas, have contributed to warmer-than-average temperatures in Southern California, where there’s been very little rain so far this season.
—Jaimie Ding, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
Wildfires and Climate Change Scholarly research offers insight into the ways climate change and other factors are contributing to the wildfire crisis.
—JSTOR Daily, 8 Jan. 2025
People leaders should create an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute, regardless of their work location.
—Chelsea C. Williams, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
Recent dry winds, including the notorious Santa Anas, have contributed to warmer-than-average temperatures in Southern California, where there’s been very little rain so far this season.
—Jaimie Ding, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
Wildfires and Climate Change Scholarly research offers insight into the ways climate change and other factors are contributing to the wildfire crisis.
—JSTOR Daily, 8 Jan. 2025
People leaders should create an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute, regardless of their work location.
—Chelsea C. Williams, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contribute
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly made monetary donations to relief efforts, and donated clothing, children's items and other supplies.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Required reading Rams down Vikings in wild-card game, set up date with Eagles: Key takeaways Los Angeles teams, Fanatics donate $11 million in money, merchandise to wildfire victims The Rams improbably went from 1-4 to the NFL postseason.—
Cale Clinton,
The Athletic,
14 Jan. 2025
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The exes even volunteered together on Thanksgiving of 2024 to serve meals to the needy with the Midnight Mission.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
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Find some opportunities to volunteer in Fort Worth below.—
Ciara McCarthy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Jan. 2025
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His son, who had drifted away from art, was given the chance to complete it. 10 Best Books of 2024: The staff of The New York Times Book Review has chosen the year’s top fiction and nonfiction.—
Sadie Stein,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2025
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There are gold pulls that make the piece look luxe, a flat bottom construction that increases stability and gives it a clean look, and fluted wood on the front for a mid-century modern-inspired design.—
Shea Simmons,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2025
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City officials provided renderings, which show a white bridge with two sets of arches on either side.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Jan. 2025
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Oils, scrubs, and detoxes all provide balance and ensure optimal growth.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Jan. 2025
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In that spirit, Cinema Without Borders presents the Bridging the Borders Award sponsored by 360 MEDIA to a film that is most successful in bridging and connecting the people of our world closer together.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
12 Jan. 2025
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The creamy, smooth palate presents a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy notes with a warm finish.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
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“Contribute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contribute. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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