as in inventory
the number of individuals or amount of something available at any given time
the supply of parents willing to coach youth soccer seems to be shrinking
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as in to equip
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
be sure to pack your own towels in case the hostel doesn't supply them
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as in to provide
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
the stable will supply safety helmets, but we need to bring our own riding boots
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Recent Examples of supply
Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
The study says Israel regularly surpassed the food supply needed during the war, averaging more than 100 trucks a day through March 2025.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Ukrainian and Western governments have accused North Korea of supplying significant amounts of ammunition and troops to support Russia's war, while Kyiv and its NATO backers have identified China as Moscow's prime source of materiel and a vital economic lifeline.
—Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The Truth Teller now employs only a handful of people, while the bulk of its historical building is occupied by people who work in more lucrative divisions of the parent company Enervate, selling things like toilet paper and office supplies.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
The study says Israel regularly surpassed the food supply needed during the war, averaging more than 100 trucks a day through March 2025.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
Under the European ban, TPO-containing products should no longer be sold, supplied or used, according to the European Commission.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Ukrainian and Western governments have accused North Korea of supplying significant amounts of ammunition and troops to support Russia's war, while Kyiv and its NATO backers have identified China as Moscow's prime source of materiel and a vital economic lifeline.
—Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supply
Noun
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According to the report, 37% of the metro’s for-sale listings are new builds — even as existing-home inventory continues to rise.—
Collyn Wainwright,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
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By June, most of NBCU’s Super Bowl inventory was gone, according to buyers, though there has been speculation that the company may have kept some ad berths back in hopes of getting $8 million or bigger packages of advertising tied to its larger portfolio of media assets.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The 49ers were well equipped in the waning moments.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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All three yachts have won awards, charter well, and are equipped with cutting-edge technology as well as exceptional entertainment features.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The triangular lights have a solar panel on the long, top side that generates power throughout the day to provide up to eight hours of lighting overnight.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Dario Essugo and Andrey Santos (following his return from Strasbourg on loan) provide more options in midfield.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Monagas is also an actor, with a large repertoire of work in her portfolio.—
Vandana Pawa,
People.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Here's how adding them to your diet might affect you—and the best ways to incorporate them into your repertoire.—
Cynthia Sass,
Health,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The homes are fully furnished, decorated, and landscaped, and feature the latest in building trends, technology, and interior design.—
Lennie Omalza,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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Lafayette 148 had a soft launch at Harrods at the end of August, and is opening pop-ups in South Korea, which are fully furnished by Lafayette 148.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In addition to that, a membership gives you access to Prime Video, with unlimited streaming and original programming.—
Chad Murphy,
The Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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There is tremendous demand to be part of NFL team ownership and, relative to other leagues, very few sales or transfers of ownership stakes give a buyer controlling interest in a team.—
Michael Ozanian,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Bel Air house, the pool, even the encampments of Los Angeles all gleam.—
Beandrea July,
IndieWire,
7 Sep. 2025
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The hotel, literally next door to the festival grounds—this means no sitting in traffic—is lovely enough, with 336 rooms and suites across six beachfront acres, including two massive outdoor pools, lush gardens, and a full range of water-sport options.—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The shift is from provisioning for hypothetical peaks to continuously aligning resources with real-world demand.—
Ben Ofiri,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Lacy said that sandhill crane parents will provision their chicks with high-protein food sources such as bugs, worms and fish.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
31 July 2025
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“Supply.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supply. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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