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Bestow

/bɪˈstoʊ/
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(verb) To apply or make use of (someone or something); to employ, to use.

That's a real strongman, bestow upon him a goblet of wine!
"The wounds received in battle bestow honor, they do not take it away..."
CEFR Practice Quiz
The queen decided to ____ a special honor upon the brave soldier.

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