1
as in to allow (for)
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
the rules provide for emergency situations, spelling out certain exceptions
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2
as in to keep
to pay the living expenses of
sufficient income to provide for his ever growing family
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for provide (for)
Verb
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Many kids want to keep playing at the park or in the pool, totally oblivious to the fact that their parents are desperate to sit in front of the AC for a few minutes.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
27 June 2025 -
The Supreme Court’s ruling kept Trump’s ban on hold for at least 30 days and sent a set of cases back to the lower courts to determine next steps.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
27 June 2025
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Many consider the cases to be politically motivated, although Erdogan’s government contends that the courts are impartial and free of political involvement.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2025
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Some consider Olean to be in the upper most region of Appalachia, a Rustbelt stereotype that— since 1974, the year of the shooting, has seen its population dwindle from 18,600 to 14,000.—
Sally Ventura
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
Verb
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Using a fan or air conditioning to circulate air will also support heat transfer from your body and help prevent night sweats, according to Gradisar. 2.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2025
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Adding native plants to existing garden beds is a simple way to boost curb appeal while supporting pollinators and improving soil health.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2025
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While relationships — particularly those with elements of the fanbase — were fractured by the time of Messi’s departure in the summer of 2025, sources close to the French club — who will remain anonymous to protect relationships — maintain there are no regrets over his signing.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Side Sleepers generally do better with a softer to medium-firm mattress that contours to their body to relieve pressure on hips and shoulders and maintain spinal alignment.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
27 June 2025
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“Provide (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provide%20%28for%29. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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