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volunteering

VERB

offer to do something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

come forward enlist sign up step forward suggest

STRONG

advance present proffer propose tender

WEAK

bring forward chip in do on one's own volition go in let oneself in for offer services put at one's disposal put forward speak up stand up submit oneself take bull by the horns take initiative take the plunge take upon oneself

Antonyms

STRONG

take back

WEAK

compel force obligate

Example Sentences

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It was during this time that he started volunteering at the Shropshire Beekeepers' Association, eventually falling in love with the hobby.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

We can help eligible people maintain their benefits by qualifying for exemptions and ensuring they meet new requirements, perhaps by volunteering.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

When student mentor Firial Benamer began volunteering on the programme five years ago, there was no language teaching component whatsoever.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

I spend hours happily fixing house issues, meeting friends, volunteering.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

“Mrs. Dannenberg is volunteering at the church bazaar.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse