- present participle of provide.
providing
Americanconjunction
conjunction
Commonly Confused
See provided.
Synonym Usage
See if.
Etymology
Origin of providing
First recorded in 1375–1425, providing is from the late Middle English word provydyng. See provide, -ing 2
Example Sentences
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His office issued a brief statement at the time saying only that he had been admitted to the hospital and was “receiving excellent care,” without providing further details about his condition.
From Salon • Jul. 3, 2026
He said he would try to reduce the benefits bill by changing the education system to ensure better support for young people pursuing technical qualifications and providing work placements for 16 year olds.
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026
Aditi Shrikant writes the Dollar Signs column, providing advice to MarketWatch readers.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026
Soon after completion of the work, the coating began to peel off and algae turned the pool's water a mucky green -- setbacks the president has blamed on vandals, without providing evidence.
From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026
“One that would also explain why Umbra is providing Sinclair’s security.”
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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