bestow

Example Sentences

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But the singer said his connection to fans was more important than any of the other honours bestowed upon him.

From BBC

There’s a reason no veterans have yet been named captain for a second straight year — the Kraken apparently waiting to bestow that upon Beniers after another season of anticipated progress.

From Seattle Times

Set in New Orleans, “Fright Krewe” follows a group of teens who are bestowed supernatural powers after accidentally releasing an unspeakably evil demon back into the world.

From Los Angeles Times

In North America, Native Americans bestowed the moon with names that referred to natural events and activities associated with the seasons, drawing inspiration from the weather, animals, hunting and agriculture.

From Los Angeles Times

The following year, 24 women were elected to the House and a whopping four, including DiFi — an affectionate nickname bestowed by the political press — and Barbara Boxer, were elected to the Senate.

From Los Angeles Times