as in bestows (on or upon)
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Instability, such as a moist, warm environment that provides the ingredients for a thunderstorm, and wind shear.—
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The result is a flattering second-skin finish that provides hydration without feeling greasy or heavy.—
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“Confers (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confers%20%28on%29. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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