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Showing Original Post only (View all)Would you use "gift" as a verb? [View all]
Because I write about art, I notice how many times I have seen the word "gift" used as a verb in articles about donated art by rich families to museums. I wonder if this is OK for charitable gifts but not for use in other contexts.
Your thoughts?
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Yes, it is a bit affected. In terms of art donations, I think it elevates the donation a bit and sounds appropriately
CTyankee
Mar 17
#7
You are correct! I couldn't care less. But I cared fore your reminder. Thanks.
Wonder Why
Mar 18
#39
I have had to get used to a lot of jarring "acceptable changes" to grammar, spelling, pronunciation
hlthe2b
Mar 17
#10
I am well aware.. But Merriam Webster only bowed to public pressure after GWB* was mocked widely...
hlthe2b
Apr 15
#57
Not sure about that. Lots of charities use the word "give" and "giving" in their messaging, as in "charitable giving."
CTyankee
Mar 17
#12
I'm not arguing against using "give". Just saying nothing's wrong with "gift" as a verb.
unblock
Mar 17
#13
"He's a gifted person" shouldn't mean that he got new socks for his birthday.
LastDemocratInSC
Mar 17
#15
It's overused, IMO. I want to get away from something being "impactful, " too. What would you suggest?
CTyankee
Mar 18
#31
I think saying "she is a gifted artist" is fine. Calling someone "gifted" is a nice compliment, IMO, if sincerely meant
CTyankee
Mar 17
#21