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as in volunteers
to make a present of
contributes money to a variety of worthy causes
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Recent Examples of contributes
Still, proponents argue deep-sea mining may be less damaging than land mining, which contributes to massive habitat destruction, biodiversity loss, and toxic contamination of water sources.
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Jake Angelo, Fortune, 15 May 2026
Under the program, LRS contributes $25,000 to the fund annually per its garbage contract with the city.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Butter, for example, contributes water, which strengthens gluten and can lead to a denser, less tender cake.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
The oat crust contributes its own distinctive earthy, toasty flavor.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
The government estimates, however, that the account would hold $730,395 if the family contributes the maximum every year and the stock market returns more than 18%.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Red Owl contributes five titles to the joint presentation.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 May 2026
Customization also contributes to that experience.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Their fast growth rate contributes to weak, brittle wood that breaks easily in high winds and heavy ice or snow.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Jake Angelo, Fortune, 15 May 2026
Under the program, LRS contributes $25,000 to the fund annually per its garbage contract with the city.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Butter, for example, contributes water, which strengthens gluten and can lead to a denser, less tender cake.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
The oat crust contributes its own distinctive earthy, toasty flavor.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
The government estimates, however, that the account would hold $730,395 if the family contributes the maximum every year and the stock market returns more than 18%.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Red Owl contributes five titles to the joint presentation.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 May 2026
Customization also contributes to that experience.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Their fast growth rate contributes to weak, brittle wood that breaks easily in high winds and heavy ice or snow.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contributes
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Anyone who donates $200 or more will receive a one-year lounge entry pass.—
Ella Gonzales
May 5,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 May 2026
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Lin donates the combs to Samaritan House in San Mateo.—
Molly McCrea,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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The issue has drawn supporters like Emily Miller, a 43-year-old from Greensboro who volunteers on various voter turnout efforts that benefit Democrats.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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Geographer Dugan Meyer, one of the map’s creators, is a PhD student at the University of Arizona who volunteers with Tucson Rapid Response and related organizations.—
Carolina Cuellar,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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Opportunities to attend the Rolling Stone Residency will be available to Rolling Stone Readers as well as for redemption through SkyMiles Experiences, Delta’s platform that gives its loyalty Members access to once-in-a-lifetime experiences.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
18 May 2026
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The design also gives Reebok a baseline to grow from.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The Ontology not only integrates with a wide range of applications, datasets, virtual tables, and models, but also provides the real-world objects and logic needed to run a large enterprise.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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During the spring and early summer, proceeds from the store will benefit the Luminus Network, which provides legal services to immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers.—
Susan Soldavin,
Baltimore Sun,
16 May 2026
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Hilton’s position is not just bad for California but presents a risk to women everywhere.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Taking each brand partner’s DNA into account, Hansae creates mood boards and presents trends in a way that fits their image.—
SJ Studio,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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“Contributes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contributes. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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