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as in equipping
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
be sure to pack your own towels in case the hostel doesn't supply them
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as in providing
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
the stable will supply safety helmets, but we need to bring our own riding boots
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Recent Examples of supplying
The company has not responded to CBS Colorado about the allegations of not supplying sufficient safety gear to employees.
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Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
By the 1900s, Hästens had pivoted to bedmaking, supplying its luxury goods to Sweden’s royal family.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026
Even Iran has played a role, allegedly supplying Sudan’s army with drones and missiles.
—Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 13 Mar. 2026
India’s Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has directed oil refineries to prioritize supplying cooking gas to its 330 million households, risking operations of over 3 million businesses that use its for commercial purposes.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
This year’s program will open with a keynote from Achim Berg, managing director and founder of independent think tank FashionSights, supplying a global outlook on the fashion industry.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
These stories go beyond supplying shock value.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2026
Marzan was assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command in Des Moines — a unit tasked with supplying troops with food, fuel, ammunition and equipment — and deployed to Kuwait to support the war effort.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Pyongyang and Tehran were among the few governments to support Russian President Vladimir Putin’s all-out war in Ukraine, and both have been accused of supplying Russia with military equipment.
—ABC News, 9 Mar. 2026
Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
By the 1900s, Hästens had pivoted to bedmaking, supplying its luxury goods to Sweden’s royal family.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026
Even Iran has played a role, allegedly supplying Sudan’s army with drones and missiles.
—Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 13 Mar. 2026
India’s Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has directed oil refineries to prioritize supplying cooking gas to its 330 million households, risking operations of over 3 million businesses that use its for commercial purposes.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
This year’s program will open with a keynote from Achim Berg, managing director and founder of independent think tank FashionSights, supplying a global outlook on the fashion industry.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
These stories go beyond supplying shock value.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2026
Marzan was assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command in Des Moines — a unit tasked with supplying troops with food, fuel, ammunition and equipment — and deployed to Kuwait to support the war effort.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Pyongyang and Tehran were among the few governments to support Russian President Vladimir Putin’s all-out war in Ukraine, and both have been accused of supplying Russia with military equipment.
—ABC News, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supplying
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Hospitality Partnerships Are Key Since 2013, Tréca Paris has been supporting the Airelles hotel group in equipping its prestigious establishments.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Iran now appears to be equipping more of its ballistic missiles with a cargo warhead, which can carry cluster submunitions, than in previous conflicts with Israel.—
Jeremy Diamond,
CNN Money,
12 Mar. 2026
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His extensive writing crossed the boundaries of academic and philosophical disciplines, providing a vision of modern society and social interaction.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
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For example, individual filers can receive up to $994, couples filing jointly can receive $1,491, and those providing essential care to SSI recipients can receive up to $498.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Mar. 2026
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Can a home furnishing-cabal haiku be far behind?—
Pat Beall,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Mar. 2026
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The home furnishing retailer is known for modern, aspirational furniture and decor that looks and feels high-end—but with discounts up to 62% off, there’s no need to pay luxury prices.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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Spring has taken hold across Texas, with blooming flowers and budding trees signaling the season’s arrival — and giving families the perfect excuse to head out in search of scenic fields.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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The split-screen dynamic is giving Republicans an early glimpse of what could become the party’s defining 2028 divide — one that may ultimately hinge on how the war unfolds.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Supplying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supplying. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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