Definition (noun) the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
Definition (verb) cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
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She gave him a black eye
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The draft gave me a cold
Definition (verb) be the cause or source of
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He gave me a lot of trouble
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Our meeting afforded much interesting information
Definition (verb) transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody
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I gave her my money
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can you give me lessons?
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She gave the children lots of love and tender loving care
Definition (verb) convey or reveal information
Definition (verb) convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow
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Don't pay him any mind
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give the orders
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Give him my best regards
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pay attention
Definition (verb) organize or be responsible for
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hold a reception
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have, throw, or make a party
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give a course
Definition (verb) convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
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Throw a glance
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She gave me a dirty look
Definition (verb) give as a present; make a gift of
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What will you give her for her birthday?
Definition (verb) cause to happen or be responsible for
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His two singles gave the team the victory
Definition (verb) dedicate
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give thought to
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give priority to
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pay attention to
Definition (verb) give or supply
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The cow brings in 5 liters of milk
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This year's crop yielded 1,000 bushels of corn
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The estate renders some revenue for the family
Definition (verb) transmit (knowledge or skills)
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give a secret to the Russians
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leave your name and address here
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impart a new skill to the students
Definition (verb) bring about
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The trompe l'oeil-illusion establishes depth
Definition (verb) leave with; give temporarily
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Can I give you my keys while I go in the pool?
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Can I give you the children for the weekend?
Definition (verb) emit or utter
Definition (verb) endure the loss of
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He gave his life for his children
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I gave two sons to the war
Definition (verb) place into the hands or custody of
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hand me the spoon, please
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Turn the files over to me, please
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He turned over the prisoner to his lawyers
Definition (verb) give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
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She committed herself to the work of God
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give one's talents to a good cause
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consecrate your life to the church
Definition (verb) give (as medicine)
Definition (verb) give or convey physically
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She gave him First Aid
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I gave him a punch in the nose
Definition (verb) bestow
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give homage
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render thanks
Definition (verb) bestow, especially officially
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grant a degree
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give a divorce
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This bill grants us new rights
Definition (verb) move in order to make room for someone for something
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The park gave way to a supermarket
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`Move over,' he told the crowd
Definition (verb) give food to
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Feed the starving children in India
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don't give the child this tough meat
Definition (verb) contribute to some cause
Definition (verb) break down, literally or metaphorically
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The wall collapsed
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The business collapsed
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The dam broke
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The roof collapsed
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The wall gave in
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The roof finally gave under the weight of the ice
Definition (verb) estimate the duration or outcome of something
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He gave the patient three months to live
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I gave him a very good chance at success
Definition (verb) execute and deliver
Definition (verb) deliver in exchange or recompense
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I'll give you three books for four CDs
Definition (verb) afford access to
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the door opens to the patio
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The French doors give onto a terrace
Definition (verb) present to view
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He gave the sign to start
Definition (verb) perform for an audience
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Pollini is giving another concert in New York
Definition (verb) be flexible under stress of physical force
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This material doesn't give
Definition (verb) propose
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He gave the first of many toasts at the birthday party
Definition (verb) accord by verdict
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give a decision for the plaintiff
Definition (verb) manifest or show
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This student gives promise of real creativity
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The office gave evidence of tampering
Definition (verb) offer in good faith
Definition (verb) submit for consideration, judgment, or use
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give one's opinion
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give an excuse
Definition (verb) guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion
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You gave me to think that you agreed with me
Definition (verb) allow to have or take
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I give you two minutes to respond
Definition (verb) inflict as a punishment
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She gave the boy a good spanking
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The judge gave me 10 years
Definition (verb) occur
Definition (verb) consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man
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She gave herself to many men
Definition (verb) proffer (a body part)
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She gave her hand to her little sister