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as in ordering
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
the servants were expected to do exactly as they were bidden
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Recent Examples of bidding
Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
The file-sharing company, which relaunched in 2022, had won a competitive bidding war for the brand behind one of the most infamous festivals of all time.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2025
The biggest deal of the week was Focus Features’ $15 million swoop for Obsession, a shoestring-budget Midnight Madness horror debut that sparked a late-night bidding war with Focus beating out A24 and Neon.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2025
Given that the salary cap ceiling increased more than in the past five years combined, with more big jumps coming in the next two offseasons, there might have been a chance to set off a bidding war for his services.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
Retail assets saw bidding wars (paywall) and cap rate compression.
—Andrew Denardo, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Soon, lucrative contracts went up for bidding.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
The bidding process is to begin at the start of 2026, with construction beginning in the spring and ending in summer 2027, Kao said.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
But with the program’s trajectory shifting under Leipold, and Missouri coming off consecutive double-digit-victory seasons and bidding to become an SEC top-half regular, Border War meetings in this era should be competitive.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2025
Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2025
Poland is also bidding to host the UEFA Women’s Euro in 2029.
—Asif Burhan, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Others are bidding for logging contracts—all that rainforest timber can create instant millionaires.
—M. Rajshekhar, Time, 11 Sep. 2025
Tucker is set to become the most coveted name on the market in a few months, and virtually every big market contender will be bidding for his services.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Now, after bidding farewell to Yellowstone — and producing series like Tulsa King and Landman — Sheridan seems eager to return to the ranch with a pair of modern-day spinoffs set to air on Paramount+.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, sports rights holders enter bidding wars in a competitive market fueled by streaming services seeking more ad opportunities and subscribers from exclusive live events.
—Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 4 Sep. 2025
Looks like Daniel Tosh is bidding adieu to his swank High Sierra lifestyle.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2025
Here's who else is bidding farewell to the show.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
The Toronto Blue Jays know a bidding war will likely ensue for shortstop Bo Bichette this offseason.
—Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
The file-sharing company, which relaunched in 2022, had won a competitive bidding war for the brand behind one of the most infamous festivals of all time.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2025
The biggest deal of the week was Focus Features’ $15 million swoop for Obsession, a shoestring-budget Midnight Madness horror debut that sparked a late-night bidding war with Focus beating out A24 and Neon.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2025
Given that the salary cap ceiling increased more than in the past five years combined, with more big jumps coming in the next two offseasons, there might have been a chance to set off a bidding war for his services.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
Retail assets saw bidding wars (paywall) and cap rate compression.
—Andrew Denardo, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Soon, lucrative contracts went up for bidding.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
The bidding process is to begin at the start of 2026, with construction beginning in the spring and ending in summer 2027, Kao said.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
But with the program’s trajectory shifting under Leipold, and Missouri coming off consecutive double-digit-victory seasons and bidding to become an SEC top-half regular, Border War meetings in this era should be competitive.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2025
Noun
Amid a colossal 37 Basque features premiering at the event this year are three titles in competition, but all of them are bidding for the coveted Irizar Basque Film Award, a selection with its own specific jury.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2025
Poland is also bidding to host the UEFA Women’s Euro in 2029.
—Asif Burhan, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Others are bidding for logging contracts—all that rainforest timber can create instant millionaires.
—M. Rajshekhar, Time, 11 Sep. 2025
Tucker is set to become the most coveted name on the market in a few months, and virtually every big market contender will be bidding for his services.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Now, after bidding farewell to Yellowstone — and producing series like Tulsa King and Landman — Sheridan seems eager to return to the ranch with a pair of modern-day spinoffs set to air on Paramount+.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, sports rights holders enter bidding wars in a competitive market fueled by streaming services seeking more ad opportunities and subscribers from exclusive live events.
—Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 4 Sep. 2025
Looks like Daniel Tosh is bidding adieu to his swank High Sierra lifestyle.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2025
Here's who else is bidding farewell to the show.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bidding
Verb
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Trump signed a secret directive this summer ordering the Pentagon to use deadly force against Latin American drug cartels, which his administration have identified as terrorist organizations.—
Alexander Bolton,
The Hill,
19 Sep. 2025
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Google suggests tedious or repetitive things like scheduling a haircut or ordering groceries as a good job for the Chrome agent.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The organization has been intentional about inviting younger women to become members.—
Jann E. Freed,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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For example, inviting someone to volunteer at a food bank for migrant families or go to an LGBTQ+ venue.—
Sarah Stein Lubrano,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The three new watch models boast upgraded health features, fast charging, longer battery lives and a variety of finishes, styles and price points.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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While most smartphones support cable-free charging, wireless chargers aren’t widely available in public spaces for when consumers might need to power up their phones in a pinch, Blackard said.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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According to their sources, Kennedy's ACIP is considering recommending the vaccines to those 75 and older, while instructing those 74 and younger to speak with their doctor about getting a shot.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
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To authenticate the identity of the person who’s instructing the agent to transact on their behalf becomes an important part of the future of commerce as well.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Thank you for asking about Pride Plays.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Don’t be surprised if people start asking you for your aesthetician’s phone number in two months.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Each patient was given instructions to continue using the SPFs in the split-face study for the next four days, returning to the office every day for visual assessment.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Follow evacuation instructions without delay.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Don't believe what your eyes are telling you because the media is lying to you.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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Others include cognitive empathy (accurately understanding a patient’s situation); communication skills (asking about patients’ lives and telling them our interpretations); and altruism (mobilizing these understandings for the patient’s benefit).—
Rachel Pearson,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Others rely on voice dictation to record shower thoughts and capture dreams each morning in new chat threads.—
Gelila,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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At the time, Apple said only a small portion of data was shared to help improve Siri and dictation.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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“Bidding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bidding. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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