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
This Santa Barbara County peak rises roughly 4,500 feet above sea level, providing panoramic views of the surrounding Los Padres National Forest.
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Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Brundage approaches these materials with an appropriately critical eye, demonstrating their consistency with other records and their value in providing deeper human insight into prisoners’ experiences.
—Drew Gilpin Faust, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026
The plastic is durable enough to handle sharp hardware while providing just the right amount of organization.
—Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026
Sunshine bounced in through the plantation shutters, providing excellent lighting to compliment the subtle coastal décor.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
The mayor has publicly taken to task suburban towns for not providing adequate or any shelter services at all.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s coalition won a legislative supermajority in Sunday’s election, projections show, cementing her grip on power and providing a strong mandate for her expansionary fiscal policy.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Another feature of Gabe’s approach involves providing clarity early in the relationship.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
The visitors led 35-24 after one quarter, with Brunson providing 15 of New York’s points.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 8 Feb. 2026
Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Brundage approaches these materials with an appropriately critical eye, demonstrating their consistency with other records and their value in providing deeper human insight into prisoners’ experiences.
—Drew Gilpin Faust, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026
The plastic is durable enough to handle sharp hardware while providing just the right amount of organization.
—Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026
Sunshine bounced in through the plantation shutters, providing excellent lighting to compliment the subtle coastal décor.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
The mayor has publicly taken to task suburban towns for not providing adequate or any shelter services at all.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s coalition won a legislative supermajority in Sunday’s election, projections show, cementing her grip on power and providing a strong mandate for her expansionary fiscal policy.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Another feature of Gabe’s approach involves providing clarity early in the relationship.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
The visitors led 35-24 after one quarter, with Brunson providing 15 of New York’s points.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for providing
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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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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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Children were often seen handing the monks flowers, who in return gifted blessing strings.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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The singer grew up watching his idols win awards on television, and eventually, those idols began handing him the awards.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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The case had gone to trial after a team of British detectives descended on the island to investigate claims that Misick and his ministers were furnishing their lavish lifestyles through corrupt deals — allegations the former premier and his co-defendants denied.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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Ambrosia Chocolate, founded in 1894, was known as the largest manufacturer of pure chocolate products, furnishing the chocolate coating for much of the candy produced in Milwaukee.—
Elaine Rewolinski,
jsonline.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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However, Musk is known for delivering bold statements and shifting timelines.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Feb. 2026
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Nationwide, with more than 3,000 robots delivering food between the two leading companies, the robots are gaining traction, visibility and some notoriety.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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In 2025 Erin Patterson, a 51-year-old Australian woman, was sentenced to life in prison for murdering three relatives and trying to kill another by intentionally feeding them a beef Wellington that included poisonous fungi in the ingredients.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Lembke holds a degree in sauna studies and has the honor of feeding the furnace at Rajaportti, the oldest public sauna in Finland, which is also in Tampere.—
Boris Fishman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Providing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/providing. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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