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provider

noun

Definition of provider

as in supplier

a person or company that supplies goods or services There are many things to consider when shopping for a healthcare provider.

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Recent Examples of provider Washington’s bets include $414 million in financing for a uranium project in Niger — a country that expelled all US forces two years ago — and hundreds of millions for digital infrastructure providers. — Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2026 Italian launch services provider Avio has seen an influx of customers who were unable to secure launch opportunities with SpaceX, European Spaceflight reports. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2026 The provider typically handles matters such as the local employment contract, benefits, and compliance requirements, while the hiring company continues to oversee the employee’s day-to-day work. — Ethan Stone, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2026 Those conversations often reveal opportunities to connect one person with an attorney, accountant, consultant, marketing professional, insurance provider or another business owner. — Peter Burns, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for provider

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As a result of this extensive audit, Prada terminated its relationship with 222 suppliers for allegations of worker abuse, which included excessive work hours and workers sleeping inside the factory.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
Some savvy businesses used multiple AI agents to reach out to suppliers and negotiate contracts on behalf of humans.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of supplier

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The Group recently announced a partnership with journalist and broadcaster Amol Rajan as the producer and distributor of his new Creator Economy venture.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026
Both Meade and Pike will work with distributor Wild Thring Media on new commissioning opportunities, co-productions and global potential of WildBear’s content.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of distributor

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Its board was drawn from the same captains of industry—bankers, retailers, insurance men—who would have occupied such positions in any similar synagogue.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
Restaurants and retailers may receive most payments at checkout, while contractors, consultants, startups, and professional-service firms may rely more heavily on invoices.

— Karen Koehler, Sacbee.com, 22 Sep. 2026

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