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as in offers
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
we will present a performance of Our Town tomorrow evening
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2
as in introduces
to make (one person) known (to another) socially
may I present my niece Sarah?
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3
as in donates
to make a present of
the company presented a gold watch to him on the occasion of his retirement
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as in todays
the time currently existing or in progress
I cannot talk to you at present, but perhaps in a few minutes
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as in gifts
something given to someone without expectation of a return
an impressive array of presents for the bride and groom
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Recent Examples of presents
Lauryn Overhultz , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Operational technology, however, presents a fundamentally different challenge.
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Heather Wishart-Smith,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
If a significant other presents you with an unconventional workaround later in the day, don’t dismiss it.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Reese presents an interesting challenge for the Valkyries.
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Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
If the house presents as introverted and unassuming from the street, the oceanfront side opens toward the scenery.
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Sam Cochran,
Architectural Digest,
25 June 2026
All this presents a profound challenge to journalism.
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Literary Hub,
25 June 2026
Open seating in The Restaurant showcases regional dishes, while The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant on most ships presents multicourse tasting menus, with wine and beer included at both lunch and dinner.
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Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
This weekend, Topeka will host its first Black rodeo when Top City Riders presents its inaugural event at the Topeka Saddle Club.
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J.m. Banks
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
George Kapernaros,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
But, if the tickle for adventure presents, then there are some beautiful beaches and remote sand dunes to explore nearby.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 June 2026
Scobell says Glider presents challenges all his own.
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Lily Brown,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Winfrey pointed to her own childhood in Mississippi as formative in her desire to provide for the audience, recalling a Christmas when her family had no presents before nuns turned up to her house with gifts.
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Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
Money market accounts have high interest rates that can help grow your money faster and more effectively, with none of the risk that investing presents in today's uncertain economy.
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Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Strong attendance and lots of donations are the best housewarming presents Executive Director Pam Klaus could hope for.
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Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
20 June 2026
Dennis Messner said that Otto Construction used to buy Christmas presents for its employees from Hollywood Hardware.
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Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
20 June 2026
Harry wrote that along with Middleton thinking Markle had wanted her fashion contacts and friction over bridesmaids’ dresses at the Sussexes’ wedding, Middleton and William were also miffed that Markle and Harry hadn’t given them Easter presents.
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Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
Unlike scenic destinations that become part of a wedding backdrop, Walshe said Madison Square Garden presents the opposite challenge because designers would first have to erase the venue's familiar arena feel before creating something entirely new.
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Lauryn Overhultz , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Operational technology, however, presents a fundamentally different challenge.
—
Heather Wishart-Smith,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
If a significant other presents you with an unconventional workaround later in the day, don’t dismiss it.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Reese presents an interesting challenge for the Valkyries.
—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
If the house presents as introverted and unassuming from the street, the oceanfront side opens toward the scenery.
—
Sam Cochran,
Architectural Digest,
25 June 2026
All this presents a profound challenge to journalism.
—
Literary Hub,
25 June 2026
Open seating in The Restaurant showcases regional dishes, while The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant on most ships presents multicourse tasting menus, with wine and beer included at both lunch and dinner.
—
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
This weekend, Topeka will host its first Black rodeo when Top City Riders presents its inaugural event at the Topeka Saddle Club.
—
J.m. Banks
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
Noun
Your performance marketing lead presents ROAS, CPA and new customer acquisition.
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George Kapernaros,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
But, if the tickle for adventure presents, then there are some beautiful beaches and remote sand dunes to explore nearby.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 June 2026
Scobell says Glider presents challenges all his own.
—
Lily Brown,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Winfrey pointed to her own childhood in Mississippi as formative in her desire to provide for the audience, recalling a Christmas when her family had no presents before nuns turned up to her house with gifts.
—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
Money market accounts have high interest rates that can help grow your money faster and more effectively, with none of the risk that investing presents in today's uncertain economy.
—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Strong attendance and lots of donations are the best housewarming presents Executive Director Pam Klaus could hope for.
—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
20 June 2026
Dennis Messner said that Otto Construction used to buy Christmas presents for its employees from Hollywood Hardware.
—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
20 June 2026
Harry wrote that along with Middleton thinking Markle had wanted her fashion contacts and friction over bridesmaids’ dresses at the Sussexes’ wedding, Middleton and William were also miffed that Markle and Harry hadn’t given them Easter presents.
—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for presents
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The lightweight, double-layered design offers extra coverage without feeling heavy, while the stretchy waistband and flowy design keep it comfortable all day.
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Neither company currently offers new vehicles for less than $50,000.
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Artificial intelligence now introduces a different challenge by demonstrating that many traditional legal tasks can be performed faster and more efficiently by machines.
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For coffee drinkers, the program introduces 52 distinct flavor releases over the course of the year.
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Dispute over church donations The dispute had centered on donations known as tithes, which are made when a church member donates 10% of their income to the organization.
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Guests can also book a private oyster bed tour, and Ocean Edge donates $25 of the fee to a local oyster bed foundation.
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But ask a robot to perform seemingly easy tasks, say, climbing up stairs or grabbing a glass of water, and many of todays droids still struggle.
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Massively popular in the Victorian era (especially the late 1800’s), gallery rails are finding their way into todays trad and modern homes alike.
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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez also asked for no gifts at their Venice wedding, instead telling invitees that donations were being made on their behalf to the UNESCO Venice Office, CORILA and Venice International University.
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Few birthday gifts top the Statue of Liberty, which France commissioned for the centennial of American independence.
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Refine a portfolio piece, build a small prototype, or share a draft with someone who gives honest notes.
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The softened felt gives under his fingers, then holds, each adjustment staying a little longer than the last.
Verb
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And the person who feels heard is the one who volunteers the information, makes the concession, and wants to do the deal.
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Tim Stoll, 62, who volunteers at Brownsville’s Picture Museum each Friday, only moved here five years ago.
Noun
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Rather than dressing exclusively for high summer, the collection acknowledged the quieter moments—a cool breeze after sunset or the first hint of autumn creeping into late August.
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But even Bassitt, watching the montage of his greatest Jays moments, appreciated the memories.
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