provide
/prəˈvaɪd/
verb
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to give someone something that they need or want
A2transitive; provide someone with something
- "The hotel provides guests with free breakfast."A2
- "The government will provide financial aid to those affected by the disaster."B1
- "She provided a significant amount of money to the charity."B1
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to make something available or offer a service
B1transitive
- "This website provides useful information."B1
- "The company provides training for new employees."B1
- "The report provides a detailed analysis of the problem."B2
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to support someone financially, especially by paying for their basic needs
B1provide for someone
- "He works hard to provide for his family."B1
- "She has enough savings to provide for her children."B2
Common mistakes
- provide someone something→provide someone with something
Use provide someone with something, or provide something for someone.