Lesson 15-The President as Corporate Salesman II. Phrases and Expressions 6.lend sth. to sth to give a situation event etc. a particular quality Examples: His soft accent lends a kind of warmth to his words The Duke's presence lent a certain air of dignity to the occasion WBTLE BACW B T L E to give a situation, event etc. a particular quality Examples: His soft accent lends a kind of warmth to his words. The Duke’s presence lent a certain air of dignity to the occasion. 6. lend sth. to sth. II. Phrases and Expressions Lesson 15 – The President as Corporate Salesman