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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Vitello, though, knows enough about spring ball to keep things in perspective.—
Haley Smilow,
Mercury News,
22 Feb. 2026 -
Overall, Lowell head coach Nick Logan is proud of his girls for keeping their drive and dedication all the way to the win.—
Hannah Hughes,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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All the more impressive considering Stockton, who was about 175 pounds when started high school, didn’t even make varsity as a freshman.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
22 Feb. 2026
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The council will also consider longterm funding plans for the undergrounding project during its first meeting in March.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
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Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Knight will be at her now-fiancée’s 1500m race Friday to support Bowe.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Endurance meets firepower Performance analytics conducted so far indicate confidence in the MQ-9B’s ability to carry long-range weapons over significant distances while maintaining its hallmark persistence and endurance.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Feb. 2026
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The Conservation Agency has maintained a continuous presence since 1980.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Provide (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provide%20%28for%29. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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