Synonyms

providing

American

[pruh-vahy-ding] / prəˈvaɪ dɪŋ /

conjunction

on the condition or understanding (that); provided.

He can stay here providing he works.

providing British

/ prəˈvaɪdɪŋ /

conjunction

on the condition or understanding (that)

I'll play, providing you pay me

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Commonly Confused

See provided.

Related Words

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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Geopolitics are also helping to improve economic conditions abroad, providing impetus for currencies to strengthen against the dollar.

From Barron's

"Safety is every car maker's top priority and providing good visibility to drivers in darkened conditions is essential," says Mike Hawes, chief executive of the SMMT.

From BBC

Immigrants help older adults avoid nursing homes by providing home healthcare services.

From MarketWatch

Guidance from NHS England calls on hospitals to focus on providing care to those in the most pain or with the most complex conditions.

From BBC

“Mr. Wexner cooperated fully by providing background information on Epstein and was never contacted again.”

From The Wall Street Journal

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