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gives away

VERB

reveal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disclose divulge

WEAK

betray blab discover expose inform leak let out let slip mouth spill tell uncover

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal hide secrete

WEAK

keep secret

VERB

unselfishly transfer

Synonyms

STRONGEST

devote donate hand out

WEAK

award bestow present

Antonyms

WEAK

conceal hide keep secret

Example Sentences

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Maybe she’s concerned that he could become financially unstable and a burden to her if he gives away too much.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

The UK makes a trade deal, Bill Gates gives away more money, and OpenAI stays a non-profit.

From Slate • May 10, 2025

If a person gives away more than £325,000 in cash or gifts but dies within seven years, recipients could be liable to pay inheritance tax.

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2024

Unfortunately, he doesn't know when to keep his mouth shut and often gives away the game, as he did there.

From Salon • Sep. 16, 2024

In other words, the thing about Phyllis that gives away her age is the fact that she has bad knees.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner