provide

verb

prə-ˈvīd How to pronounce provide (audio)
Definition of providenext
as in to give
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 provide Having a two-week match play event to close out the year on two separate courses should provide nothing but positive returns for all involved. — Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026 Ariat Work will also provide the Browns construction crews with the best gear for the job, the company said. — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026 The club infrastructure has remained strong since Stearns left, and choosing former bench coach Pat Murphy to replace manager Craig Counsel in 2024 provided continuity and a familiar voice. — Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026 There’s no word yet on whether Grande (or anyone) will be providing a song contender for Focker-in-Law. — Joe Reid, Vulture, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for provide
Recent Examples of Synonyms for provide
  1. give
  2. supply
  3. furnish
  4. deliver
  5. hand
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  • Suggest the plan, capture the takeaways, and give everyone one clear action.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Utilizing quick, short passes, Hayes completed 14 of his first 16 attempts, including a 26-yard touchdown strike to sophomore tight end Ian Figi that gave Naperville Central a 14-0 lead.
    — Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of give
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  • Taylor Farms says 40% of salad kits sold at grocery stores come from the company, giving it a massive role in supplying a convenient and cheap vegetable option for many shoppers.
    — Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The deep muck provides a cap for the shallow aquifer, helping to clean and filter freshwater that supplies drinking water for Miami-Dade, Broward, Monroe and parts of Palm Beach County.
    — Jenny Staletovich, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of supply
Verb
  • Accessed by some steps between the bathroom and bedroom, it's shown here furnished with a couple of single beds but could alternatively be used to stash belongings or as a kid's room or general hangout space.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The property brings together a farmhouse and hay barn more than 500 years old with a newer addition, all furnished with pieces sourced from around the world.
    — Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of furnish
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  • Davis delivered a strong preseason, but he is now likely headed to a redshirt rookie season unless injuries strike at tackle.
    — Dan Duggan, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Scientists around the world are anticipating the unprecedented insights Roman could deliver.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of deliver
Verb
  • In addition, Pitarch has been handed an improved contract and is now considered a first-team player, despite retaining a Castilla squad number.
    — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Days after the government reopened, the department signed agreements handing billions in grant programs to other federal agencies.
    — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of hand

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“Provide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provide. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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