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providence

[prov-i-duhns] / ˈprɒv ɪ dəns /
NOUN
divine government
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Otto von Bismarck’s special providence for “fools, drunks, and the United States of America” may be coming to the aid of the current incumbent.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 3, 2026

But heavenly providence does not come easily for Ann.

From Salon ● Dec. 27, 2025

It did not providence any evidence to back up its accusation that South Africa had released the passport information of its officials.

From BBC ● Dec. 19, 2025

“President Trump needs the most coverage of anyone,” Johnson said, attributing his survival to providence.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2024

If there was some providence or cosmic will, some scheme of energies or even some god or angel answering his prayers tonight, then they had to grant this part, too.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor




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