given to

Example Sentences

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The festival’s name is a cheeky play on Harry Potter’s nickname, “the boy who lived,” given to the character upon surviving a death curse.

From Los Angeles Times

Now, that fine line has been given to the attacker.

From BBC

The cabinet posts, mostly reserved for members of Anutin's party, include six deputy prime minister positions -- one of which was given to Yodchanan Wongsawat, the top candidate of Thaksin's Pheu Thai party in the general election last month.

From Barron's

Max nodded, pleased that his sister had not boosted the name he’d given to his place.

From Literature

Mattel, which owns the Barbie brand, said that full refunds would be given to everyone who purchased tickets.

From BBC