1
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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History of execution by firing squad Over 1,600 executions have taken place in the United States since the 1970s, and the vast majority have been carried out by lethal injection, according to the Death Penalty Information Center (DPI), a nonprofit resource for data on the practice of executions.
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Ryan Young, CNN, 7 Mar. 2025
The way their needs stack up, they may be tempted to spend free-agency dollars, premium draft capital or both on positions that typically do not command such resources.
—Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2025
In discussing mental health challenges for students and staff, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, both Jain and Demming noted their interest in maintaining equitable access to mental health resources by removing cost and transportation barriers.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
Unlike traditional hosting providers, Rapyd Cloud offers consistent resources, round-the-clock customer support, and exceptional performance that allows site owners to focus on growth instead of technical issues.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
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Ryan Young, CNN, 7 Mar. 2025
The way their needs stack up, they may be tempted to spend free-agency dollars, premium draft capital or both on positions that typically do not command such resources.
—Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2025
In discussing mental health challenges for students and staff, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, both Jain and Demming noted their interest in maintaining equitable access to mental health resources by removing cost and transportation barriers.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
Unlike traditional hosting providers, Rapyd Cloud offers consistent resources, round-the-clock customer support, and exceptional performance that allows site owners to focus on growth instead of technical issues.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
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“Resource.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resource. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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