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tender

[ten-der] / ˈtɛn dər /






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GSK is making a tender offer for Nuvalent at $124 a share in cash, a 40% premium to where Nuvalent stock traded as of Monday’s closing bell.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The lentils are well-cooked when they are tender — you should be able to press and mash the individual grains between your fingers.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

She also noted the government had failed to "tender an apology" to the commissioner or admit contempt.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The analyst had anticipated slower order book momentum in 2026 amid a more competitive tender environment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Emma only nodded, and smiled.—After a little thinking, and a very tender sigh, he added,

From "Emma" by Jane Austen




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