be given
Example Sentences
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"I just happened to be given two gloves and I got into the habit of wearing them," Rai said of his early forays into the game.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
Shew said he’s only supposed to be given registrations to process if the would-be voter attests they are a U.S. citizen, as federal law requires.
From Salon • May 14, 2026
As Nicholson found out on Wednesday, if the VAR thinks the ball has touched his hand or arm at head height, then it is likely to be given as a penalty.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
It could also be given to someone infected and showing some symptoms to prevent them from getting worse.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
“Well, I have decided that it is time, now that you know what prompted Lord Voldemort to try and kill you fifteen years ago, for you to be given certain information.”
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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