supplies 1 of 2

noun

Definition of suppliesnext
plural of supply
as in inventories
the number of individuals or amount of something available at any given time the supply of parents willing to coach youth soccer seems to be shrinking

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supplies

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verb

present tense third-person singular of supply
1
as in equips
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 provides
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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  1. equips
  2. provides
  3. furnishes
  4. gives
  5. pools
  6. reservoirs
Verb
  • Hosting workshops or webinars featuring experts in child mental health equips parents with tools to recognize distress and manage screen time effectively.
    Dr. Ritu Goel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Incorporating executive function and social skills training into adolescents' education equips them with the necessary tools to navigate the complexities of adult life, fostering independence and resilience.
    Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of equips
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  • The casino provides a high-quality gaming experience with a vast selection of 800+ titles, including slots, table games, and live dealer options.
    Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
  • In addition to the rather generous sign-up bonus, Caesars Palace periodically provides ongoing promotions for returning players.
    Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of provides
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  • The open-pit mine that furnishes nickel for Tesla batteries is largely hidden from public view behind a mountain.
    Ben Crair, The New Yorker, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Through example, a country communicates its values and furnishes a context for all that its representatives say and do.
    Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 5 June 2020
Definition of furnishes
Verb
  • His book, Phenomenal Phone Calls, gives readers his gritty guide to closing big money deals over the phone.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
  • The courts back up that interpretation, but not everyone else buys it, so many front-line professionals refuse to use the tools the law gives them.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of gives
Noun
  • The Dodgers and San Francisco Giants have the smallest pools at $5,146,200.
    Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Opt for one of 10 private suites with plunge pools and personal chefs.
    Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of pools
Noun
  • The snowpack in the Rockies and Sierra Nevada, which feed vital reservoirs like Lake Mead and Lake Powell, was strong in November but has since flatlined in some areas.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
  • An extraordinary drought has drained Ecuador’s rivers and reservoirs, leading to power outages of up to 14 hours.
    Claire Moses, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of reservoirs
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