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Discover LudwigThe phrase "What gives" is a valid part of a sentence and can be used in written English.
It is often used as an informal or colloquial expression to express surprise, frustration, or confusion. Example: "I can't believe she cancelled our plans at the last minute. What gives?".
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What gives
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What is wrong? Why is this happening?
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What gives our life meaning?
What gives Freehand an edge?
What gives our acts purpose?
What gives with these people?
What gives with that?
What gives, then?
What gives me hope?
What gives something value?
"What gives it an edge?
What gives it its motivation?
What gives my life meaning?
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