PROVIDES Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

provides

verb

present tense third-person singular of provide

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 Instead, the watermarking provides statistical evidence that suggests whether AI was involved. — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026 After a few rounds of showers and storms, high pressure builds in and provides a pair of quieter days. — Rachael Jay, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026 That process provides continuous thermal energy without depending on solar panels. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026 Jung provides discreet, ever-changing services for powerful clients, solving problems with meticulous planning and quiet efficiency. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026 Her husband, Isaac Marnik, works with a nonprofit that provides after-school and summer programs for youngsters, and the family enjoys hiking and camping. — Felice J. Freyer, STAT, 19 Aug. 2026 Senior running back Aiden Weaver provides balance on the ground and will have two stalwarts, seniors Aleks Nikolich and Colten Siebert, helping clear open lanes. — Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026 Reliable Insights and Smart Alarms The Pixel Watch 5 monitors overall sleep duration, time spent in each sleep stage, oxygen variability, and average sleep heart rate, and provides a holistic sleep score based on your overnight data. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026 Even still, having investments compound from such a young age provides valuable time for money to grow. — Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2026

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While a decision on Luis’ eligibility is unlikely to come soon, adding Dent and Clark at least gives Wade some cover in case his various roster-building methods fall through.

— Devon Henderson, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
That gives our pizza this nice balance, this lightness and this strong structure.

— Bradley Alvelo, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of gives

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The incident supplies the stakes, the essay supplies the framing, and the pause supplies the reassurance, all timed and sequenced by the company being written about.

— Ashish Bhatia, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Its Navico Group sells marine electronics and technology, while its Mercury Marine supplies engines and maintains a parts and accessories business.

— Contessa Brewer, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026

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Outdoor Experiences The city skyline is iconic from any angle, but experiencing it from the water delivers an exhilarating new perspective—and makes for a thrilling way to connect with fellow adventurers.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
Through a blend of camellia alba, blue ginger, hyaluronic acid, and vitamins C and E, this antioxidant-rich mist delivers not only a refreshingly cool sensation, but ensures your skin is protected against antioxidants and quenched.

— Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026