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noun

ˈgiv-ə-ˌwā How to pronounce giveaway (audio)
Definition of giveawaynext
as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return offering a Caribbean vacation giveaway to the millionth customer

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verb

1
as in to display
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 to donate
to make a present of gave away all her potted plants when she moved

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Recent Examples of giveaway
Noun
The moment finally came in the final minute of the match as a Japan giveaway on the edge of the box was quickly converted by Martinelli. — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 29 June 2026 We were headed to a hilltop church, Casa de Gracia, for the monthly clothing and food giveaway organized by volunteers. — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2026
Verb
Bill Gates and Warren Buffett sped things up with their Giving Pledge, asking billionaire signers to give away their money during their lifetimes. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 29 June 2026 Uzbek fans have reveled in the chance to showcase their country and culture, staying behind long after the matches ended to pose for photos as steppe warriors, give away the country's ubiquitous embroidered duppy skullcaps, or just joyously dance to drums. — Charles Maynes, NPR, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for giveaway
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giveaway
  1. gift
  2. display
  3. donate
  4. donation
  5. reveal
  6. volunteer
  7. present
  8. show
Noun
  • Your family was able to enjoy this gift of extended time together, right?
    — Dana Taylor, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • Others request videos of late grandparents as gifts for their own parents.
    — Hyung-Jin Kim, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of gift
Verb
  • The lethality of the Russian assaults on Kyiv in the past week displays the challenge Ukraine faces in protecting its capital as Russia innovates and steps up its attacks.
    — Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
  • While your site displays static portfolio shots, Instagram can show the messy but rich middle—the tricky client requests, the material samples, the iteration process that turns a concept into reality.
    — Danine Alati, Architectural Digest, 6 July 2026
Definition of display
Verb
  • The America250 website lists nonprofit organizations, including those that focus on civic engagement, education, housing, conservation and veterans, that people can donate to.
    — Greta Cross, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • What is clear is that Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Kelce have donated $26 million to a slew of charities across the nation just ahead of their nuptials and America’s 250th birthday.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 2 July 2026
Definition of donate
Noun
  • In May, the Eagles Autism Foundation had another record-breaking year, raising more than $16 million through 40,000 donations and 6,832 participants.
    — Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • Much of Epstein’s cover letter for the role is devoted to growing FIU’s prestige and bringing in more donations to the school.
    — Austin Horn June 30, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026
Definition of donation
Verb
  • Studies reveal a growing 'proximity bias,' where in-office employees are more likely to receive promotions and recognition, with career prospects for remote workers declining.
    — Colleen Batchelder, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • The alleged rape was reported by The Athletic in May, though the identity of the player was not revealed at the time.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026
Definition of reveal
Verb
  • Today, Kober enjoys volunteering at his local community center, as well as making marquetry bookmarks and Viking chess boards.
    — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
  • The findings suggest that while political divisions remain a defining feature of American life, many people are still open to celebrating, volunteering and engaging with those who hold opposing views.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of volunteer
Noun
  • The only way to preserve our republic is to strengthen the pillars of our present with the mortar of our past.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
  • The thread of citizen rights and responsibilities weaves through each of these, uniting evolving conceptions of freedom, self-government, and individual achievement from the nation’s past through to its present.
    — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 4 July 2026
Definition of present
Verb
  • In fact, research shows that when given the choice, on-site work remains the least popular option across every age range according to Gallup.
    — Colleen Batchelder, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • The younger James, who was drafted in the second round in 2024 to form the first father-son duo in NBA history, showed steady improvement during his second season.
    — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
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