provide for
phrasal verb
provided for; providing for; provides 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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The bill does not provide for mandatory conscription.
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Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 5 Dec. 2025
Transportation is often provided for excursions to other attractions and tours, but advance reservations are generally necessary.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2025
Jingle bells will be provided for audience participation.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Dec. 2025
Although scheduling conflicts are frequently cited in these situations, no specific reason was provided for the decision to block her involvement.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2025
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Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 5 Dec. 2025
Transportation is often provided for excursions to other attractions and tours, but advance reservations are generally necessary.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2025
Jingle bells will be provided for audience participation.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Dec. 2025
Although scheduling conflicts are frequently cited in these situations, no specific reason was provided for the decision to block her involvement.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2025
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“Provide for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/provide%20for. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.
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