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as in opportunity
something that one uses to accomplish an end especially when the usual means is not available
we used every possible resource to raise the funds needed to save our town's oldest house
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2
as in fund
resources plural
available money
do you have the resources to buy a new car or even a used car?
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Recent Examples of resource
The link to Brazil’s colonial history is undeniable: their resources and people were exploited by the Portuguese from the start.
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Shannon Sims, New Yorker, 30 July 2025
But last year, increased resources from solar and batteries greatly aided in meeting energy demands, Vegas said.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
The breakaway region of Somaliland offered the US a critical minerals deal in exchange for diplomatic recognition, becoming the latest territory to leverage resources for favorable treatment from Washington.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 30 July 2025
Some states, such as Michigan and Georgia, have undertaken audits of their entire voter rolls, using resources from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to check for noncitizens.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 30 July 2025
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Shannon Sims, New Yorker, 30 July 2025
But last year, increased resources from solar and batteries greatly aided in meeting energy demands, Vegas said.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
The breakaway region of Somaliland offered the US a critical minerals deal in exchange for diplomatic recognition, becoming the latest territory to leverage resources for favorable treatment from Washington.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 30 July 2025
Some states, such as Michigan and Georgia, have undertaken audits of their entire voter rolls, using resources from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to check for noncitizens.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resource
Noun
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The 30th anniversary of Java, which the Java community is celebrating this year, offers a perfect opportunity to reflect on the remarkable changes the ecosystem has undergone.—
Alexander Belokrylov,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Yeah, this will be a good opportunity for guys to recover a little bit.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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The lack of funds is expected to delay pay by three months and threaten access to interpreters and investigators amid immigration raids, said John Baker, the top federal public defender for the Western District of North Carolina.—
Julia Coin
July 23,
Charlotte Observer,
23 July 2025
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Without those funds, which help pay for public safety, road maintenance, public works, community programs and environmental services, the city would likely need to look to alternative funding sources or make cuts to services, Chief Financial Officer Stacey Peterson previously said.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
23 July 2025
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“Resource.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resource. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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