provide for

phrasal verb

provided for; providing for; provides for

: to cause (something) to be available or to happen in the future

The contract provides for 10 paid holidays.

The law provides for the appointment of a new official.

: to supply what is needed for (something or someone)

It's hard to make enough money to provide for such a large family.

They agreed to provide for the child's education.

Examples of provide for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The third phase would then provide for the reconstruction of Gaza and Hamas would return of the bodies of the remaining dead hostages. —

Aaron Boxerman, New York Times, 1 June 2024 Both charges also provide for at least five years and up to a lifetime of supervised release, a fine of up to $250,000 and restitution. —

Chris Eberhart, Fox News, 23 May 2024 That measure will help provide for the salaries of around 150 teachers, along with the services of 19 student resource officers. —

Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 22 May 2024 The university says the access should be restricted to protect the biologically and culturally sensitive area, and to provide for better research opportunities. —

Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for provide for

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