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to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
this luxury hotel provides all the comforts of home to well-heeled vacationers
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Recent Examples of provided
Shawn Tully, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy complimentary beer provided by Fossil Cove Brewery, wine, soft drinks and light snacks.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2025
This watch guide was created using technology provided by Data Skrive.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Wilcke, who started his career at Southern Mississippi in Conference USA before playing two seasons of junior college ball Northwest Mississippi, provided an immediate spark for Charlotte’s offense when inserted into the lineup.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2025
According to the vice chair of the board and records the college provided to the Miami Herald, the trustees had not received confirmation of the state’s plans for the land ahead of the vote.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025
Traditionally, drug trafficking has been a law enforcement issue, and the use of deadly force needs legal justification that the Pentagon hasn't publicly provided, Lepper said.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) estimates that more than half a million employees of federal contractors were without work and not provided backpay during the record-long shutdown of 2018-2019.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
Enquirer media partner Fox 19 provided this report.
—Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
As part of his homework, Hanke provided a systemic analysis that narrowed a list of 239 potential candidates to the 50 most promising choices.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy complimentary beer provided by Fossil Cove Brewery, wine, soft drinks and light snacks.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2025
This watch guide was created using technology provided by Data Skrive.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Wilcke, who started his career at Southern Mississippi in Conference USA before playing two seasons of junior college ball Northwest Mississippi, provided an immediate spark for Charlotte’s offense when inserted into the lineup.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2025
According to the vice chair of the board and records the college provided to the Miami Herald, the trustees had not received confirmation of the state’s plans for the land ahead of the vote.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025
Traditionally, drug trafficking has been a law enforcement issue, and the use of deadly force needs legal justification that the Pentagon hasn't publicly provided, Lepper said.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) estimates that more than half a million employees of federal contractors were without work and not provided backpay during the record-long shutdown of 2018-2019.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
Enquirer media partner Fox 19 provided this report.
—Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for provided
Verb
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National Highways confirmed that the machine, operated by Skanska and supplied by Flannery Plant Hire, is powered by hydrogen from Ryze.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Back in May, one Facebook user posted a question in the public group What to pack for Italy - Travel Essentials regarding whether or not Italian hotels supplied conditioner for guests.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Mediterranean Sea views accompany the three bedrooms and spacious living areas in this fully furnished, 2,180-square-foot residence.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
30 Sep. 2025
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The model starts at US$41,500 for a basic shell, rising to $79,800 for a furnished turnkey tiny house that's ready to move into.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Ultrawealthy supporters include right-wing billionaire Richard Uihlein, who, through a super PAC, gave $336,000 to Moms for Liberty’s super PAC from October 2023 through July 2024.—
Megan O’Matz,
ProPublica,
8 Oct. 2025
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Growing up, and well into my early adulthood, my grandma was my best friend—a person who fostered a sense of confidence in me, loved me unconditionally, and gave me the best taste in everything nostalgic from her younger years.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Hanke relates that it was riddled with loopholes that handed the Banco Central de la República Argentina discretionary monetary powers.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
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During the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Nathan McSweeney was handed his first Baggy Green and sent out to face Jasprit Bumrah and the rest of India’s attack.—
Sam Dalling,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The next party leader could very well become the country’s next prime minister, but even that’s not guaranteed; voters delivered a clear rebuke in the past two parliamentary elections, delivering seats to opposition parties and stripping the LDP of its majority.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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Austin Wells delivered the game-winning hit with a single, as Chisholm scored all the way from first after getting a head start on the 3-2 count.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Provided.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provided. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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