Example Sentences

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The Grammy winner has bestowed the world with distinct visuals, such as Kendrick Lamar re-creating “The Last Supper” while rapping “HUMBLE.,”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2025

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

“We Triple Crowned together,” Robinson said of the honor the American Long-Distance Hiking Association-West has bestowed to only 575 hikers since 1994.

From Washington Post • Apr. 6, 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