give someone

Idioms

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Example Sentences

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It would also give someone for Shohei to drive in if he dropped down the order a spot or two.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

So it’s important to build some structure around how much time and energy you give someone navigating a stressful milestone.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Figuring out how to give someone a health-related gift isn’t always straightforward.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 21, 2025

He said he was writing another adventure, and even suggested a raffle might give someone the chance to name a character after themselves.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2025

I would give someone a record so they could love the record, not so they would always know that I gave it to them.

From "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky

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