1
as in requirement
something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends
loaned them the car with the provision that they refill the gas tank before returning it
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2
as in food
provisions plural
substances intended to be eaten
gave them ample provisions so they would not get hungry on the trip
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1
as in to equip
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
the climbers were sufficiently provisioned to withstand just about any mountaineering emergency
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2
as in to feed
to provide food or meals for
it was the quartermaster's job to properly equip and provision the troops
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Recent Examples of provision
Brendan Le, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
One side’s sore spot — the liability provision, for instance — is the other’s non-negotiable.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2025
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
The culprit could be that the laptop hasn’t been fully provisioned, the external hardware hasn’t been approved by IT or both.
—Daniel Root, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
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Noun
Its dedication to corporate social responsibility is evident through significant contributions to the community, with a noteworthy example being the provision of $393,000 in grants.
—Brendan Le, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
One side’s sore spot — the liability provision, for instance — is the other’s non-negotiable.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2025
Verb
On iOS, attackers deliver the malware through fake software frameworks or enterprise provisioning profiles, often disguised as legitimate components.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
The culprit could be that the laptop hasn’t been fully provisioned, the external hardware hasn’t been approved by IT or both.
—Daniel Root, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for provision
Noun
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This requires everyone making Android apps to satisfy Google's requirements before virtually anyone will be able to install their apps, which could help Google retain control as the app market opens up.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
25 Aug. 2025
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Employers can reach out to an immigration attorney to implement a strategic approach as immigration requirements tighten.—
Sophie Alcorn,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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An employee was seen touching ready-to-eat food with his bare hands.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Aug. 2025
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In addition to Sun King’s constantly evolving tap list, its Carmel location also offers food from La Margarita and Queenie’s Pizza.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
23 Aug. 2025
Verb
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It is equipped with high-resolution video and photo cameras, primarily for surveillance and reconnaissance tasks.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
28 Aug. 2025
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It is equipped with a weapons bay and pylons for carrying torpedoes and missiles.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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While thousands of people on campus hurried to shelter in place, police were scanning through hundreds of security camera feeds in search of the gunman.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Nick is a young father, struggling to make ends meet in his tumbledown home and feeding his family from foodbank donations.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The official spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss ongoing security operations.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
30 Aug. 2025
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Boone County deputies shot Both deputies underwent surgery at UC Medical Center and were in stable condition, Ridgell said.—
Enquirer staff,
The Enquirer,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Simply spreading it on one piece of hearty bread makes an excellent open-faced sandwich.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
24 Aug. 2025
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Living up to its reputation for speed, the AI app quickly spit out a cast of usable but predictable characters – Pudding Penelope, Freddie Fudge, Melissa Muffin, etc. – and clues that were OK but about as exciting as watching bread rise.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Low production costs are an attractive criterion for companies, particularly foreign investors, who also supply the sector.—
Gaelle Legrand,
CNBC,
23 Aug. 2025
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For personal listening on a phone or digital audio player, V-MODA also supplies a straight 1.5-meter cable.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Following the strike, the aircraft returned to the gate, and passengers deplaned and boarded another aircraft, FlightAware data shows.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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The survey also found the cities where residents use alcohol or medication to calm their nerves before boarding their flight.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Provision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provision. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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