as in giving
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 providing
In 2001, food-freedom advocates, including Stewart, successfully petitioned the county to weaken regulations, providing McAfee access to a new pool of customers.
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CNN Money, 14 June 2026
Fort Worth police officers and firefighters arrived on scene and began providing medical aid to a man who had suffered a gunshot wound.
—Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 June 2026
Dishwashers really do need the occasional cleaning, though, because over time grease, soap scum, and food debris can build up, reducing efficiency and providing a breeding ground for germs.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
The Revolution Wind project will lower near-term wholesale energy and capacity market costs for Connecticut and all New England ratepayers, by providing clean and low cost energy to our region.
—Julianna Larue, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026
Its other objective is to increase its exports—not only by providing production services but also by exporting Brazilian content and intellectual property.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 14 June 2026
In addition to providing a large network of shelters with adoption services and other programs, the organization compiles insights and analytics from more than 10,000 shelters and rescue groups across the nation.
—Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Hortman was among the longest-serving Democrats in the chamber, providing perspective earned with time and setting the example of how to lead.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 14 June 2026
Sophomore left-hander Boone Russell got a rare starting nod for Parker after providing clutch relief work out of the bullpen throughout the season.
—Rick Hoff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
CNN Money, 14 June 2026
Fort Worth police officers and firefighters arrived on scene and began providing medical aid to a man who had suffered a gunshot wound.
—Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 June 2026
Dishwashers really do need the occasional cleaning, though, because over time grease, soap scum, and food debris can build up, reducing efficiency and providing a breeding ground for germs.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
The Revolution Wind project will lower near-term wholesale energy and capacity market costs for Connecticut and all New England ratepayers, by providing clean and low cost energy to our region.
—Julianna Larue, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026
Its other objective is to increase its exports—not only by providing production services but also by exporting Brazilian content and intellectual property.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 14 June 2026
In addition to providing a large network of shelters with adoption services and other programs, the organization compiles insights and analytics from more than 10,000 shelters and rescue groups across the nation.
—Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Hortman was among the longest-serving Democrats in the chamber, providing perspective earned with time and setting the example of how to lead.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 14 June 2026
Sophomore left-hander Boone Russell got a rare starting nod for Parker after providing clutch relief work out of the bullpen throughout the season.
—Rick Hoff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for providing
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Local groups Sin Tope and Making Movies performed on the festival’s main stage, giving fans a chance to decompress and have some fun, rather than stressing about their favorite team.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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Towards the end of Thursday night’s episode, voice-over narrator Iain Stirling revealed that because the app crashed, the recoupling was moved to Friday night, hopefully giving the first Aftersun episode plenty to discuss.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
12 June 2026
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The company said the move doesn't change its commitment to supplying its customers.—
CJ Haddad,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
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ImportYeti does show Lianzhou Technologies supplying imports to TP-Link.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
12 June 2026
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Ultimately, the Mariners took care of business in the 10th inning and won the contest 5-4, handing Baltimore its fourth loss in a row.—
Mark Harris OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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The young officer in the court was even more generous, handing me a badge that granted me access not only to the press room but also to the courtroom.—
Kaya Genç,
The Dial,
9 June 2026
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Consider furnishing the patio with potted plants at different heights to build levels and create visual interest.—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
9 June 2026
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That story involved some alcohol as the fan was under 21, and another man was later charged with furnishing alcohol to a minor.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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The case stands as a powerful example of how advancements in forensic science, particularly utilizing DNA and forensic genetic genealogy, continue to transform cold case investigations, delivering answers even decades after crimes occur.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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The billionaire venture capitalist and Sun Microsystems cofounder lashed out on X at student protesters who walked out of Stanford’s 135th commencement ceremony while Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai was delivering the keynote address.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
15 June 2026
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And while business and climate conditions globally are unquestionably in various stages of significant stress, his view is that progress doesn't require choosing between feeding the world and healing it.—
Louise Schiavone,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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According to the company's official statement, the technique involves feeding code into the model and asking it to review it for errors.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
13 June 2026
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“Providing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/providing. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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