given to
idiom
—used to say that a person often behaves in a specified way
a man (very) much given to swearing/profanity
She is given to behaving selfishly.
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After 51 years, because of us, that power has been given to the States and to a vote of the People.
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Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 8 July 2024
Although Dylan is typically considered a masculine name, it can be given to any gender.
—Toketemu Ohwovoriole, Parents, 8 July 2024
Her middle name was inspired by the nickname given to her mom by Meyer's grandmother.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 8 July 2024
If Butler surprisingly leaves for nothing and Miami uses cap space, the Heat would have an $8.4 million room exception given to teams that use cap space.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 July 2024
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Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 8 July 2024
Although Dylan is typically considered a masculine name, it can be given to any gender.
—Toketemu Ohwovoriole, Parents, 8 July 2024
Her middle name was inspired by the nickname given to her mom by Meyer's grandmother.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 8 July 2024
If Butler surprisingly leaves for nothing and Miami uses cap space, the Heat would have an $8.4 million room exception given to teams that use cap space.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 July 2024
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“Given to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/given%20to. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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