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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But the centres also need power sources, intensive cooling systems, and old-fashioned construction, plumbing and electrical work, all providing money and jobs for local communities and beyond.
From Barron's ● Nov. 6, 2026
Scientists have now identified the insect responsible, providing an important first step toward protecting crops from the pest.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2026
Those directly providing services say they are having to subsidise squeezed NHS budgets.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
“The Iranian conflict remains a frustration, but we expect it to end with lower oil prices, providing upside for investors and mitigating the impact of higher interest rates,” Macquarie says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 5, 2026
Thousands of Filipinos help the guerrillas by providing intelligence and supplies.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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