as in gives
to give to another for temporary use with the understanding that it or a like thing will be returned
I can lend you my copy of the textbook until the weekend can you lend me five dollars?
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Recent Examples of lends
Not all Mauss’s material lends equally well to visualizations, and there are moments in the special when the animations are more distracting than additive.
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Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
This study lends some important insight into a topic that’s previously been both under-discussed and understudied.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 30 Mar. 2026
The expanse of the American West lends a scope and majesty to the frame, while smooth transitions between 2D and 3D animation make the horse-racing scenes exhilarating.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 27 Mar. 2026
The natural silk cord lays comfortably on the skin and the kelp pendant lends an ethereal touch that is elegant but slightly bohemian.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026
This versatile Passover staple lends itself well to all kinds of toppings.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 25 Mar. 2026
Coating the salmon in a mixture of maple syrup and Dijon mustard lends it a savory sweetness and helps the fish develop a golden crust under the broiler.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
Celebrity stylist and avid vintage collector Mark Avery lends his golden touch to Cat Apparel.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Mar. 2026
Camila Pizarro, a 32-year-old publicist and BTS fan, told CNN that the group’s multidisciplinary prowess lends to their appeal.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
This study lends some important insight into a topic that’s previously been both under-discussed and understudied.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 30 Mar. 2026
The expanse of the American West lends a scope and majesty to the frame, while smooth transitions between 2D and 3D animation make the horse-racing scenes exhilarating.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 27 Mar. 2026
The natural silk cord lays comfortably on the skin and the kelp pendant lends an ethereal touch that is elegant but slightly bohemian.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026
This versatile Passover staple lends itself well to all kinds of toppings.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 25 Mar. 2026
Coating the salmon in a mixture of maple syrup and Dijon mustard lends it a savory sweetness and helps the fish develop a golden crust under the broiler.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
Celebrity stylist and avid vintage collector Mark Avery lends his golden touch to Cat Apparel.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Mar. 2026
Camila Pizarro, a 32-year-old publicist and BTS fan, told CNN that the group’s multidisciplinary prowess lends to their appeal.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lends
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This kit gives you the tools to protect yourself and your loved ones — especially vulnerable groups like children, older adults, and those with chronic conditions.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Those are two key factors courts weigh in issuing TROs, after which a judge gives a fuller consideration as the legal process plays out.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2026
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In addition, the company has revamped the Residential plans by offering a new Residential Max service that loans out a Mini dish as a free rental to subscribers.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
17 Mar. 2026
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This exhibition is presented through Bank of America’s Art in Our Communities program, which loans complete exhibitions at no cost to museums and nonprofit galleries.—
Amy Carleton,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Lends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lends. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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