as in gives
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 provides
The Ontology not only integrates with a wide range of applications, datasets, virtual tables, and models, but also provides the real-world objects and logic needed to run a large enterprise.
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Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
During the spring and early summer, proceeds from the store will benefit the Luminus Network, which provides legal services to immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers.
—Susan Soldavin, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2026
The medium-height, leather upper provides solid ankle support, while the cushioned footbed and deep heel cup keep feet comfortable on longer walks.
—Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
At the end of each chapter, on-screen text provides statistics supporting the theme of the chapter.
—Alissa Simon, Variety, 16 May 2026
Plus, the charging case provides up to 100 hours of total listening time.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
When the camera pans to a framed photo of their 7-year-old son Kakeru (Rimu Kuwaki), composer Yuta Bandoh’s melancholy score provides an unsubtle hint that the boy is no longer with them.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Take its internal golf academy, which now provides group lessons and open days for the curious yet uninitiated.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
Don Theisen, a Forest Lake resident and former Washington County Public Works director who now provides consulting services, will report on various delivery methods, such as design-bid-build, construction-manager adviser, or construction-manager at risk.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026
Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
During the spring and early summer, proceeds from the store will benefit the Luminus Network, which provides legal services to immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers.
—Susan Soldavin, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2026
The medium-height, leather upper provides solid ankle support, while the cushioned footbed and deep heel cup keep feet comfortable on longer walks.
—Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
At the end of each chapter, on-screen text provides statistics supporting the theme of the chapter.
—Alissa Simon, Variety, 16 May 2026
Plus, the charging case provides up to 100 hours of total listening time.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
When the camera pans to a framed photo of their 7-year-old son Kakeru (Rimu Kuwaki), composer Yuta Bandoh’s melancholy score provides an unsubtle hint that the boy is no longer with them.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Take its internal golf academy, which now provides group lessons and open days for the curious yet uninitiated.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
Don Theisen, a Forest Lake resident and former Washington County Public Works director who now provides consulting services, will report on various delivery methods, such as design-bid-build, construction-manager adviser, or construction-manager at risk.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for provides
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The Pisces Moon trine Jupiter gives instinct unusual confidence, making a risk feel worth taking.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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As his tone grows more drawn-out and guttural, and Thomas’ lyrical touch gives way to percussive attack, the rhythm section ups the ante, picking up speed like a gathering tornado.—
Levi Dayan,
Pitchfork,
11 May 2026
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The agency furnishes those six apartments and provides dishes and other essentials.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
24 Apr. 2026
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The identification of that fake photo now furnishes an alibi for those who want to deny the real bombing.—
Mahsa Alimardani,
The Atlantic,
13 Mar. 2026
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Baltimore’s captain is countered by Justin Herbert, who supplies his own smooth tenacity for Los Angeles.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
16 May 2026
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Teledyne Energy Systems supplies thermoelectric components, while BAE Systems develops insulation systems for the generator.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
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Player of the Week Junior shortstop/outfielder Jessi Pontrelli delivers a red-hot week at the plate, going 11-for-13 with nine runs as Lemont continues to run the table in the South Suburban Blue.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2026
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There are other promising treatments , too, including an individualized mRNA vaccine, and a device that delivers alternating electrical fields to the abdomen.—
Yuki Noguchi,
NPR,
12 May 2026
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“Provides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provides. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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