- present tense form of contribute (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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This class of proteins becomes more abundant with age and contributes to declining tissue function throughout the body.
From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026
T-Mobile contributes nearly two-thirds of Deutsche Telekom’s revenue.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
"Our country - like many others throughout history - is a product of migration. It is the reason for our diversity and contributes to our vibrancy," he said.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
“This community contributes to our economy and supports our economy.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
“It’s the toluene. Toluene is colorless, but it’s used to dissolve and suspend the pigments in the polish, and helps the polish stick to the nail. It also contributes to its glossiness once it dries.”
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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