conferred

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The new type of medal, conferred by King Charles, was announced by the Cabinet Office in July 2023 as a way of honouring those deployed by the UK to assist in major international disasters.

From BBC

The immunity the Supreme Court gave him is therefore conferred on anyone who does his bidding.

From Salon

After all, the Supreme Court’s 6-3 right-wing supermajority that he built has since conferred immunity on Trump and future presidents for crimes committed under the guise of official acts.

From Los Angeles Times

In ancient times, slaying a leopard was not just an act of bravery but a ritualistic feat that conferred societal prestige.

From BBC

She was honoured with a damehood for her "tireless" work improving awareness of the disease, which was personally conferred by the Prince of Wales during a surprise visit to her parents' house in Woking, Surrey.

From BBC