gave away

verb

Definition of gave awaynext
past tense of give away
1
as in revealed
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs the insincerity of his apology was given away by that slight smirk on his face

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2
as in volunteered
to make a present of gave away all her potted plants when she moved

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gave away
  1. revealed
  2. donated
  3. showed
  4. gave
  5. demonstrated
  6. betrayed
  7. presented
  8. provided
Verb
  • That wasn’t the only number revealed at the Upfront, where the likes of Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Idris Elba showing up to entertain advertisers.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
  • His Airness has been revealed as the mystery owner of the one-of-a-kind Pininfarina Battista Targamerica that was on display during this year’s Monterey Car Week.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of revealed
Verb
  • East Tennessee native Morgan Wallen, through his Morgan Wallen Foundation, previously donated $500,000 to the Red Cross to aid relief efforts.
    Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The fund donated $125,000 to support the Back the Blue Act in May, according to Arizona campaign finance reports.
    Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of donated
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  • This season that showed in its new patchwork wrap coat that was more blanket than boho, and a cool palette of petrol blue, deep khaki and burgundy that was on trend with the key colors seen on the runways.
    Rhonda Richford, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Still Dominguez showed decent signs in left while dealing with some rainy weather and who plays there is part of the meticulous planning and cautious purpose the Yankees head into a Division Series with really high expectations based on their performance and what teams are already eliminated.
    Larry Fleisher, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of showed
Verb
  • For example, the Center of Collegiate Mental Health found that counseling centers gave 56% of all appointments to 20% of clients.
    Eric Wood, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Gavin gave of his whole self to our community, both in his performances and his charitable work.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of gave
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  • The ability to shoot drones using Apache AH-64 attack helicopters had also been demonstrated by Israel in the past.
    Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The models’ muddy boots demonstrated what the brand is best at.
    Rhonda Richford, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of demonstrated
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  • The latter, the study found, made most respondents feel ignored and angry, like the people in charge have failed and betrayed them and younger generations.
    Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2024
  • The girls were brought to the office, where they were reprimanded by another administrator who compared their behavior to that of Judas, the disciple who betrayed Jesus Christ, leading to his death by crucifixion.
    Josh Wood, The Courier-Journal, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of betrayed
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  • Every recommendation should be backed by evidence and presented in a nonpartisan light, forming part of a comprehensive plan to streamline the federal bureaucracy and foster greater accountability in government.
    James Broughel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Windows 11 didn’t launch with AI at its heart, but that’s how it is being presented now.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of presented
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  • Huppert explained to Lim that she and other cast members were not provided with a script or any guidance about the story in advance.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
  • No quantum physics jargon or any sort of full explanation is provided, but there are people who control what happens on this side of the portal.
    Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of provided
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