invest
verb (used with object)
to put (money) to use, by purchase or expenditure, in something offering potential profitable returns, as interest, income, or appreciation in value.
has invested
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present perfectof invest (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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Delta has invested in DeltaOne, a revamped luxury option, with premium wine, "top-of-the line" food like the Wagyu burger and larger screens for entertainment.
From Barron's ● Nov. 8, 2026
Anthropic treats machine consciousness as an open question, and has invested in researching it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2026
It means when you are taking over a group of players your club has invested in, you cannot always be completely honest about certain players in that group.
From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2026
The former Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos star, who retired from professional football in 2016, has invested millions in properties, including a sprawling Colorado mansion and a second residence just a short distance away.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 22, 2026
Luckily for you, Redwood Farm Supply has invested decades of research in developing feed that meets your birds’ needs perfectly; you must choose the correct type to purchase.
From "Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer" by Kelly Jones
