bestow
verb (used with object)
has bestowed
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present perfectof bestow (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Exhibit A: Wolf Blitzer, whose white beard has bestowed the gift of perpetual old age on him.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
It will mark the first time a South Korean president has bestowed a military order outside the country, according to the Yonhap news agency.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 23, 2023
The honors are one of many Fullerton has bestowed on Lasorda and his family.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 2, 2023
Since 1951, it has bestowed this award annually on women “who have made lasting and impressive contributions to the world of entertainment.”
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 24, 2023
“Prince Hamlet has bestowed on me some signs of love,” I said, choosing my words with care.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
