lent

Example Sentences

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Gates repeated that it was a mistake for him to ever meet Epstein and that he was sorry that he lent Epstein any credibility and hurt the reputation of his Gates Foundation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

I asked my coworker if I could borrow a book I’d seen on her desk, and she happily lent it to me.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Berkshire also lent more than $1.5 billion to Seritage, a loan that is nearly paid off.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Can Plaid over the next few years convert those who lent their vote this time around into long-term supporters, and build a base for the party across the country?

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Cluny himself lent a claw, pulling on one of the lead ropes.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques