provide for
phrasal verb
provided for; providing for; provides for
Definition of provide for
1
: to cause (something) to be available or to happen in the future
The contract provides for 10 paid holidays. The law provides for the appointment of a new official.
2
: to supply what is needed for (something or someone)
It's hard to make enough money to provide for such a large family. They agreed to provide for the child's education.
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“Provide for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/provide%20for. Accessed 28 Nov. 2021.
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