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provided

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verb

past tense of provide

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of provided
Adjective
In addition to the transportation delivering care on time, caregivers were also happy with the provided transportation. Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 20 July 2026 Those who type the provided address into their GPS will find themselves on the backside of the Mission Farms shopping center. Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
The Chiefs opened their free agency by handing Reid a reason to run the ball more and provided him an avenue toward running it more effectively. Sam McDowell 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026 On a warm summer evening with the sun setting behind the lawn, the amphitheater provided a fitting backdrop for Mellencamp’s heartland rock. Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026 Officers provided first aid until paramedics arrived, but both victims were pronounced dead after being taken to a local hospital. Richard Ramos, CBS News, 31 July 2026 Though the judge rejected their bid to dismiss the case, the proceedings on Thursday provided an early indication of how Haji Zada will contest the government's novel attempt to remove her. Elise Spenner, ABC News, 30 July 2026 Officers on the scene provided medical care until the Fort Worth Fire Department arrived and transported him to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026 Since the law’s enactment, Congress has provided funding for the national program. Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026 Tehran has provided the group with sea mines, ballistic and cruise missiles, as well as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs, or drones), according to a 2021 report from the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 24 July 2026 The investment also might have minimal local effect for the Sacramento area, based off a statement provided from Harbinger Sports Partners co-founder and chief investment officer Rashaun Williams to the Review-Journal. Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for provided
Adjective
  • Near Agni Bay, the furnished 6,673-square-foot estate takes a softer, modern approach indoors, with pastel hues, natural textures, and a relaxed atmosphere throughout.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 29 July 2026
  • One of the newest rooms, Tchanquée, extends to a furnished outdoor terrace, which gives it a private cabin vibe.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026
Verb
  • When supplied with nutrients, the fabric sprouts a layer of fuzzy fungal filaments across its surface, effectively renewing itself.
    Sam Macdonald, Scientific American, 24 July 2026
  • Over the weekend, the FDA said a sample of shredded iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms, which was not part of the recall, tested positive.
    ABC News, ABC News, 24 July 2026
Verb
  • Rocket Lab was supposed to have a satellite on standby to go up and inspect True Anomaly’s spacecraft, ready to launch on short notice once military officials gave the order.
    Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 26 June 2026
  • Additionally, prosecutors allege Rincker gave Alvarez a 12-gauge pump action shotgun, Jamioles said.
    Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • The two embraced as Kimmel handed them a novelty check for Affleck’s charity.
    Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 30 July 2026
  • Sampath’s departure, months after he was handed a multimillion-dollar retention package, left the company without an heir apparent.
    Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 30 July 2026
Verb
  • Their perseverance has delivered justice for the Mason family.
    Adam Thompson, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • Ads can be delivered based on household-level data, geographic precision, demographic profiles and behavioral indicators.
    Kris Qiu, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

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“Provided.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provided. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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