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Term: given to

Part of Speech: Phrasal verb

Sense 1: Inclined or disposed to do something

Example Sentence: She is given to exaggeration and often embellishes her stories.

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Sense 2: Devoted or prone to a particular behavior or habit

Example Sentence: He is given to impulsive buying and often spends his money without thinking.

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Sense 3: Granted or specified to someone

Example Sentence: The power to make decisions is given to the board of directors.

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Sense 4: Commonly used in local context to describe someone's characteristics or tendencies

Example Sentence: The locals often refer to him as 'given to mischief' due to his mischievous nature.

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