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gave

[ɡeɪv]

gave Definition

  • 1past tense of give: to transfer the possession of something to someone else
  • 2to provide or supply something

Using gave: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gave" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She gave me a book for my birthday.

  • Example

    He gave his time to help the homeless.

  • Example

    The company gave a donation to charity.

  • Example

    I gave him a piece of my mind.

gave Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for gave

Idioms Using gave

  • to believe someone's statement, without proof, that what they are saying is true

    Example

    I don't know if he's telling the truth, but I'll give him the benefit of the doubt.

  • to make things difficult for someone, to criticize or tease them

    Example

    My boss is always giving me a hard time about my work.

  • to help someone with something

    Example

    Can you give me a hand with these boxes?

Phrases with gave

  • to give something to someone else for free, or to reveal a secret or information

    Example

    She gave away all her old clothes to charity.

  • to finally agree to do something that you did not want to do before

    Example

    After hours of arguing, he finally gave in and agreed to go to the party.

  • give up

    to stop doing something, or to surrender or admit defeat

    Example

    She gave up smoking last year.

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Summary: gave in Brief

'Gave' [ɡeɪv] is the past tense of 'give,' meaning to transfer possession of something or to provide or supply something. It can be used in various contexts, such as 'She gave me a book for my birthday' or 'The company gave a donation to charity.' Common phrases include 'give away,' meaning to give something for free or reveal a secret, and 'give up,' meaning to stop doing something or admit defeat.