- present tense form of provision (3rd person singular).
provisions
Example Sentences
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"We will ensure that, in large defence contracts, there are provisions to require any significant sub-contracts to be placed with UK-based companies, or guarantee competitions so UK competitors aren't shut out."
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
"There is a shortage of fuel and provisions on board," Polat said, adding: "Legal procedures have been initiated to enable them to leave."
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
In December, Finra proposed new provisions to replace the rule, calling it outdated and overly burdensome.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
“If these companies didn’t have gating provisions, this would be real trouble.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
While Penelope fretted, the Acorn’s captain set course for the not-so.distant shore, where he planned to sell off some fish and buy provisions, as well as get rid of his accidental passenger.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing provisions
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