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as in equipping
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
the art students were furnished with brushes, crayons, pencils, and various other art supplies
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as in providing
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
we'll gladly furnish the food for any out-of-town guests
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Recent Examples of furnishing
For many other Forms 1099, the furnishing deadlines are slightly later.
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Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Elections have become proxy battles in the family war, with each side furnishing candidates for local offices.
—Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 21 Jan. 2026
Here are the seven styling, decor, and furnishing culprits—and how to avoid them during your last decorating step.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 18 Jan. 2026
She was charged with 20 felony counts related to child endangerment and more than 40 misdemeanor charges of furnishing alcohol to minors, the Santa Cruz Sentinel reported.
—Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
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Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Elections have become proxy battles in the family war, with each side furnishing candidates for local offices.
—Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 21 Jan. 2026
Here are the seven styling, decor, and furnishing culprits—and how to avoid them during your last decorating step.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 18 Jan. 2026
She was charged with 20 felony counts related to child endangerment and more than 40 misdemeanor charges of furnishing alcohol to minors, the Santa Cruz Sentinel reported.
—Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for furnishing
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Bonds are used to fund brick-and-mortar projects, which include constructing, equipping, maintaining and furnishing district facilities.—
Kendrick Calfee
February 11,
Kansas City Star,
11 Feb. 2026
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What readers are saying The comments express skepticism about the effectiveness of equipping federal immigration officers in Minneapolis with body cameras, emphasizing concerns about whether the cameras will be turned on and if the footage will be accessible.—
Alec Dent,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
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Defenseman Noah Hanifin added another when his shot got through Mads Sogaard and trickled over the goal line a bit later, providing some breathing room that proved necessary.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Some even attract animals and rodents by providing them with shelter.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
15 Feb. 2026
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Snowmaking specialist TechnoAlpin, which is supplying this year’s Winter Olympics, said technology has advanced significantly over recent decades, reducing energy demand and water consumption.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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The blue trail explores Moncler’s history as a technical gear specialist, from outfitting alpine workers to supplying attire for mountaineering expeditions.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
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This research marks the first time scientists have identified the specific amino acids — arginine and tyrosine — that act as molecular glue, giving spider silk its legendary properties.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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There are also giant granite boulders dotting the shore, giving it a decidedly remote, rugged feel.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Furnishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furnishing. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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