be given
Example Sentences
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The proposal called for the wealth fund’s profits to be given directly to citizens, allowing more people to benefit from the upside of the technology’s growth, including those not invested in the financial markets.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
He has constantly maintained that when jurists interpret statutes, words are to be given the meaning that an ordinary English speaker would have understood them to possess when Congress enacted the statute.
From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026
She said those who have been Neet for more than 18 months will be given a six-month paid work placement, to help them prepare for a full-time job.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Anna Handler, a rapidly rising young conductor, will be given the new title of conductor-in-residence for the next three seasons.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
They did not know who I was or why I was to be given particular treatment; their ignorance was evident, but made no difference.
From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin
