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Vouchsafe

usgb/ˌvaʊtʃˈseɪf/Volume
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Reluctance ConnotationPlay
Vouchsafe often implies the giver is hesitant or not fully willing. SlideShe finally vouchsafed permission, though with obvious hesitation.
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Vouchsafe is associated with royalty or higher ranks conveying a favor. SlideThe knight hoped the king would vouchsafe his request for an audience.
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Rare GenerosityPlay
Often used to describe an act that is not commonly performed by the giver. SlideThe reclusive artist vouchsafed an interview to the young journalist.
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