grant
word
Definition
As a verb, it means to give or allow something officially, or to admit that something is true. As a noun, it often means money given for a special purpose such as study, research, or a project.
Usage & Nuances
Common in formal, academic, legal, and administrative English: 'grant permission', 'grant access', 'grant a request'. 'Grant that...' means 'admit that...', and is more formal than 'accept' or 'agree'. As a noun, 'grant' usually refers to funding and often appears in 'apply for a grant', 'receive a grant', or 'research grant'.
Example Sentences
They granted us permission to enter.
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She got a grant for her science project.
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The school granted her a scholarship.
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I'll grant that the plan is expensive, but it could still work.
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The app needs your camera access, but you can choose whether to grant it.
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We were lucky to get a grant before prices went up.
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