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
Banks, property owners and other private companies often have their own additional restrictions on employing, renting housing to or providing services to those with criminal records.
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Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
This intergenerational transfer of wealth while providing essential support to parents and grandparents often impedes young adults’ ability to accumulate wealth.
—Noreen Sugrue, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
My work with my foundation focuses on ensuring that no one is left behind in the digital future by providing resources, training and infrastructure to those who need them most.
—Pandwe Gibson, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Informed Decision-Making The use of technology broadens CRE teams’ knowledge base, providing detailed information for informed decisions across any geographic area or retail segment.
—Fred Battisti, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
This humanoid robot is designed to excel in various professional settings, from health care to hospitality, with the ability to perform tasks like moving equipment in hospitals, providing customer service and offering guidance.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
The Biden administration and numerous NATO allies have already laid the groundwork for providing Ukraine the necessary training, arms transfers, and intelligence cooperation to create this deterrent in the bilateral security agreements signed earlier this year.
—Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
The mission of Coughlin’s Jay Fund Foundation is to help families tackle childhood cancer by providing financial, emotional and practical support.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, less competitive markets may see slower price growth or minor declines, providing opportunities for buyers.
—Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
This intergenerational transfer of wealth while providing essential support to parents and grandparents often impedes young adults’ ability to accumulate wealth.
—Noreen Sugrue, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
My work with my foundation focuses on ensuring that no one is left behind in the digital future by providing resources, training and infrastructure to those who need them most.
—Pandwe Gibson, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Informed Decision-Making The use of technology broadens CRE teams’ knowledge base, providing detailed information for informed decisions across any geographic area or retail segment.
—Fred Battisti, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
This humanoid robot is designed to excel in various professional settings, from health care to hospitality, with the ability to perform tasks like moving equipment in hospitals, providing customer service and offering guidance.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
The Biden administration and numerous NATO allies have already laid the groundwork for providing Ukraine the necessary training, arms transfers, and intelligence cooperation to create this deterrent in the bilateral security agreements signed earlier this year.
—Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
The mission of Coughlin’s Jay Fund Foundation is to help families tackle childhood cancer by providing financial, emotional and practical support.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, less competitive markets may see slower price growth or minor declines, providing opportunities for buyers.
—Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for providing
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In Denver, Burden could immediately start on the outside opposite Courtland Sutton, giving the team a dynamic receiver duo.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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Listen to this article National City leaders came under fire two years ago for giving themselves $100,000 each to spend annually in their districts.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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Having been stung by handing O’Neil and his backroom staff long-term deals, only to sack them a few months later, Wolves will be reluctant to commit massive funds to extending Pereira’s deal on the back of just a few months’ work.—
Steve Madeley,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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Monday’s three-hour finale opens with Grant still in the Dominican Republic after handing roses to Litia and Juliana last week and sending Zoe packing.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
24 Mar. 2025
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The hospitality team takes care of everything, from delivering dishes and refilling drinks to stoking nearby fires and passing out cozy blankets on cooler nights.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2025
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In 2025, the number of DDOS attacks have spiked, partly propelled by a massive botnet largely concentrated in the US delivering record-sized attacks.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Providing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/providing. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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