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 casino provides a high-quality gaming experience with a vast selection of 800+ titles, including slots, table games, and live dealer options.
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Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
In addition to the rather generous sign-up bonus, Caesars Palace periodically provides ongoing promotions for returning players.
—Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
The rule book also provides several examples of defenseless players, but there is still plenty of room for interpretation.
—Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
May Be Hacked Phones are complex devices, and their behavior often provides clues about potential compromises.
—Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
The Office of Disability Inclusion trains managers to lead with empathy, improves the overall employee experience for workers with different abilities, and provides managers with easy access to a centralized workplace accommodations team.
—Jeanne Meister, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
This guide provides actionable insights to help investors build sustainable habits, make informed decisions, and achieve their financial objectives.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
For newly qualified maritime officers, volunteering aboard a Mercy Ship also provides invaluable career experience in a highly specialized environment.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
The hub also provides compatibility with legacy USB-A peripherals, letting users easily attach older accessories.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
In addition to the rather generous sign-up bonus, Caesars Palace periodically provides ongoing promotions for returning players.
—Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
The rule book also provides several examples of defenseless players, but there is still plenty of room for interpretation.
—Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
May Be Hacked Phones are complex devices, and their behavior often provides clues about potential compromises.
—Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
The Office of Disability Inclusion trains managers to lead with empathy, improves the overall employee experience for workers with different abilities, and provides managers with easy access to a centralized workplace accommodations team.
—Jeanne Meister, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
This guide provides actionable insights to help investors build sustainable habits, make informed decisions, and achieve their financial objectives.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
For newly qualified maritime officers, volunteering aboard a Mercy Ship also provides invaluable career experience in a highly specialized environment.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
The hub also provides compatibility with legacy USB-A peripherals, letting users easily attach older accessories.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for provides
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Williams gives Daigneault the freedom to do it.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Midfielder Curtis Jones has deputised at right-back with Trent Alexander-Arnold (ankle) sidelined, but a fully fit Bradley gives Slot a specialist in that role.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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To that end, the university’s Basic Needs Services office, which furnishes a variety of programs and support to help Titans experiencing unforeseen financial hardship, is offering Financial Wellness Peer Mentoring.—
Contributing Writer,
Orange County Register,
14 Feb. 2025
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The open-pit mine that furnishes nickel for Tesla batteries is largely hidden from public view behind a mountain.—
Ben Crair,
The New Yorker,
23 Nov. 2024
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This interview was featured in the Books & Fiction newsletter, which delivers the stories behind the stories, along with our latest fiction.—
Willing Davidson,
The New Yorker,
23 Mar. 2025
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Generative AI simulates emergency scenarios and allocates resources more effectively, while computer vision delivers immediate insights into traffic flows, public safety, and infrastructure status.—
Cathy Hackl,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Provides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provides. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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