volunteers

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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He offered training for volunteers at other nearby mosques that might not have the funds to hire guards.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

The team of volunteers are "immensely proud" of their efforts, added Julian, and hearing from the charities how the money is used to help people "spurs you on to make more."

From BBC • May 19, 2026

“My goal was just to cover the rent with volunteers and equipment already bought,” Rhodes says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

There were the elderly volunteers busily weaving camouflage nets in an Odesa community center.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

“Then 1 of our volunteers will visit y’all. We need to ensure that the dog is healthy and friendly.”

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty