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as in attended
to be a servant for
he served his master faithfully for 20 years
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as in suited
to be fitting or proper
those old riding boots will serve for now, but you'll need newer ones for the horse show
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as in treated
to behave toward in a stated way
my parents served me well in preparing me for life
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as in acted
to have a certain purpose
the harsh punishment served to teach everyone a lesson
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as in benefited
to provide with something useful or desirable
an excellent college that served her with the skills necessary to make it in today's job market
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Recent Examples of served
This Eastern Market spot is known for its gyros sandwiches and Greek platters served with a variety meats and accompaniments.
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Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 26 Dec. 2024
The second recipient was Timothy McCord, a 70-year-old Marine Corps veteran who served in Vietnam.
—Elizabeth Pritchett, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
The finishing touch of Kate’s look was a blue and green tartan scarf, which served as the centerpiece on which Princess Charlotte’s complementary holiday sartorial statement was based.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 26 Dec. 2024
We were served there by Marco Defrancesco, whose father owns the restaurant and whose uncle owns the cows that produce the meat as well as the Maso Ciamberlain vineyard, which made the 2021 Lagrein red.
—Toby Skinner, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Dec. 2024
Sauer also served as solicitor general of Missouri for six years and clerked for late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
In many African cultures, bone broths made with chicken, goat or beef bones are often served as healing soups, believed to nourish and rejuvenate the body.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 26 Dec. 2024
Dre Skull and Kartel’s sessions produced Kingston Story, a 2010 album that was celebrated for its conscientiously cheerful temper—and served as a reminder that dancehall was not just an identifiable sound but a scene, held up by intersecting networks of enthusiasts.
—Naomi Zeichner, Rolling Stone, 26 Dec. 2024
Rabbi Kingsley served as Rabbi of North Dade’s Reform synagogue, Temple Sinai, for 31 years.
—Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 26 Dec. 2024
The second recipient was Timothy McCord, a 70-year-old Marine Corps veteran who served in Vietnam.
—Elizabeth Pritchett, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
The finishing touch of Kate’s look was a blue and green tartan scarf, which served as the centerpiece on which Princess Charlotte’s complementary holiday sartorial statement was based.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 26 Dec. 2024
We were served there by Marco Defrancesco, whose father owns the restaurant and whose uncle owns the cows that produce the meat as well as the Maso Ciamberlain vineyard, which made the 2021 Lagrein red.
—Toby Skinner, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Dec. 2024
Sauer also served as solicitor general of Missouri for six years and clerked for late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
In many African cultures, bone broths made with chicken, goat or beef bones are often served as healing soups, believed to nourish and rejuvenate the body.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 26 Dec. 2024
Dre Skull and Kartel’s sessions produced Kingston Story, a 2010 album that was celebrated for its conscientiously cheerful temper—and served as a reminder that dancehall was not just an identifiable sound but a scene, held up by intersecting networks of enthusiasts.
—Naomi Zeichner, Rolling Stone, 26 Dec. 2024
Rabbi Kingsley served as Rabbi of North Dade’s Reform synagogue, Temple Sinai, for 31 years.
—Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for served
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Aaron and Daniel Nussbaum’s matriculation will mean 16 of the grandchildren will have attended Wheaton, with 12 playing for the football team.—
Matt Le Cren,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
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Ohio State prospects galore Ohio State’s pro day March 26 was attended by more than 140 NFL coaches, scouts and executives.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Jon was so accommodating and treated me with respect.—
Archway Homes,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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He was taken back to the road and treated by EMS.—
Mitchell Willetts,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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Prosecutors concluded that the landlord acted in self-defense.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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Lori also acted as Cameron’s agent for purposes of the ticket that permitted Cameron to enter the game.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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Since 2020, over 65 films have benefited from the commission’s programs.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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The company said the first quarter of 2024 benefited from Easter and an extra day in February.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2025
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This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2025
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When used thoroughly, AI can allow faster decisions, boost output and shorten the time to market.—
Peter Benei,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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In Goodyear, Arizona, a data center used for generative AI may guzzle as many as 56 million gallons of drinking water each year.—
The Atlantic Science Desk,
The Atlantic,
28 Dec. 2024
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But then again, just about every orchestra was better off for having worked with Ozawa, whose performances melded gloss and ruddy viscerality.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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Older Americans — who’ve worked hard all our lives — shouldn’t be pushed out onto the streets, forced to go without sufficient food or health care due to unfortunate circumstances.—
Sherlea Dony,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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Beat together cream cheese, remaining 1/2 cup butter, 1 tablespoon each lemon zest and juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium speed until smooth, about 1 minute.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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After making birdie at No. 2, DeChambeau’s first whiff of trouble came on the stretch of holes that have given him fits in his Masters career.—
Justin Ray,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Served.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/served. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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