given to

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It was a no-bid contract for this job, given to a company that had not done anything like this before.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

The form will be given to you two days prior to the day your county certifies the election, so be sure to fill it out and return it to your county elections office right away.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

“As we’ve said before, military promotions are given to those who have earned them,” said Sean Parnell, chief Pentagon spokesman in a statement provided to reporters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Was enough thought given to how Wirtz would be utilised as Liverpool revelled in beating Manchester City to his signature?

From BBC • May 30, 2026

And as these meetings were the only opportunity Marco was given to see his instructor, the continued absence frustrates him.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern