PROVIDED (FOR) Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

provided (for)

verb

Definition of provided (for)

past tense of provide (for)

as in allowed (for)

to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies) the rules provide for emergency situations, spelling out certain exceptions

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as in supported

to pay the living expenses of sufficient income to provide for his ever growing family

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The Heat are considered finalists for James, along with the Philadelphia 76ers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors and others.

— Devon Henderson, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Whether Infantino will be considered for the role remains to be seen.

— Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of considered

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Such an outcome seemed highly improbable when the loan agreement was struck with Barcelona; all parties anticipated his move would be made permanent.

— Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Of particular interest are the human remains, which are anticipated to provide information on the diet and living conditions of the area’s inhabitants at the time.

— Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of anticipated

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The spokesperson maintained that the grand jury had a right to hear from material witnesses and said the department’s inquiry would continue.

— Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 25 July 2026
Southeast Asian cinema also maintained a strong presence through honors for filmmakers from Singapore, Sri Lanka and Taiwan.

— Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 25 July 2026

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