bless
verb (used with object)
to consecrate or sanctify by a religious rite; make or pronounce holy.
have blessed
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present perfectof bless.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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And you have a voice that the gods have blessed you with, Samara.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 29, 2026
Tesla investors have blessed Musk’s prior pay packages despite similar opposition from ISS, which typically influences how index funds vote.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2025
These players have blessed a sport that, according to the commissioner, “has never been better.”
From Washington Post ● Feb. 11, 2023
The Senate party leaders, Democratic Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer of New York and Republican Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, have blessed the negotiations, adding an imprimatur of seriousness to the talks.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 9, 2022
“You, like Ema, have a pure spirit. You have blessed energy centers and true balance. You are a protector. You look out for others. You are their shelter.”
From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben
