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as in preparing
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
years of service in the congress and in the cabinet equipped him better than most people for the office of the presidency
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as in furnishing
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
a visit to a ski shop to equip ourselves for a week of skiing in the Rockies
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Recent Examples of equipping
Through this expansion, the brand strengthens its dedication to empowering multifaceted, multi-hyphenate women, equipping them with accessories that inspire confidence in every moment of their daily lives.
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Essence, 14 Feb. 2025
Alibaba has established itself as one of China’s leading technology companies and has developed its own large language models and voice assistants, equipping it with the knowledge to assist Apple in localizing its AI offerings.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 13 Feb. 2025
The key to solving this global challenge is reinventing the role and perception of managers and leaders and equipping them with the modern engagement skills needed to invite the full and willing participation of the workforce.
—Big Think, 3 Feb. 2025
My degree provided me with a comprehensive understanding of government operations, equipping me with the knowledge to navigate and address the challenges our municipality faces.
—Dominick Vargas, Sun Sentinel, 1 Feb. 2025
The Congolese government accused Rwanda of equipping the M23 with both weapons and troops.
—Nimi Princewill, CNN, 29 Jan. 2025
Meanwhile, the retailer is also equipping employees with body cameras.
—Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 28 Jan. 2025
According to the company, Spanx seeks to deliver the innovation for which it’s known, while equipping women with comfort and premium sculpting that has not been generally experienced in denim until now.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Progressive leadership training integrates forward-thinking strategies, such as promoting inclusive decision-making and leveraging digital tools, equipping leaders with the skills to adapt and drive meaningful change.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Essence, 14 Feb. 2025
Alibaba has established itself as one of China’s leading technology companies and has developed its own large language models and voice assistants, equipping it with the knowledge to assist Apple in localizing its AI offerings.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 13 Feb. 2025
The key to solving this global challenge is reinventing the role and perception of managers and leaders and equipping them with the modern engagement skills needed to invite the full and willing participation of the workforce.
—Big Think, 3 Feb. 2025
My degree provided me with a comprehensive understanding of government operations, equipping me with the knowledge to navigate and address the challenges our municipality faces.
—Dominick Vargas, Sun Sentinel, 1 Feb. 2025
The Congolese government accused Rwanda of equipping the M23 with both weapons and troops.
—Nimi Princewill, CNN, 29 Jan. 2025
Meanwhile, the retailer is also equipping employees with body cameras.
—Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 28 Jan. 2025
According to the company, Spanx seeks to deliver the innovation for which it’s known, while equipping women with comfort and premium sculpting that has not been generally experienced in denim until now.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Progressive leadership training integrates forward-thinking strategies, such as promoting inclusive decision-making and leveraging digital tools, equipping leaders with the skills to adapt and drive meaningful change.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for equipping
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Membership schools need to decide whether investing millions of dollars in high school sports should be about winning championships or preparing teenagers to be adults.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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As the case was preparing to go to trial, in May 2004, the parties settled.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Apr. 2025
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But two years ago, the Diamondbacks exploited the three wild card system, qualifying for the postseason with 84 wins and then going on a magical run to the Series.—
Ken Rosenthal,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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His prior attempts at qualifying for Xfinity Series races, though only achieving a best finish of 28th at Pocono Raceway, have set the stage for this opportunity.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Equipping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equipping. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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