English

present

prɪˈzent
Meaning: to give formally; to bestow
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base present
3rd person singular present presents
Present participle presenting
Past presented
Will future will present
Going-to future going to present
Imperative negative don't present / do not present

Example sentences

The winners were presented with medals.
The winners were presented with medals.
The jury listened carefully to the evidence presented in court.
The jury listened carefully to the evidence presented in court.
The researchers presented their findings.
The researchers presented their findings.
The fashion designer presented her new collection in Paris.
The fashion designer presented her new collection in Paris.
The prosecution presented its evidence to the jury.
The prosecution presented its evidence to the jury.

Usage Notes

When you 'present' something to someone, you give it to them officially or formally, often as part of a ceremony.

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