Thesaurus results for PROVIDER

provider

noun

Definition of provider

as in supplier

a person or company that supplies goods or services There are many things to consider when shopping for a healthcare provider.

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Recent Examples of provider When a conjunction is probable, SSA/STC service providers alert the operators involved, who then decide whether to undertake a collision-avoidance maneuver. — David Zamora, Space.com, 23 Oct. 2026 Bloom Energy — Shares are down about 12% after the energy technology solutions provider for data centers reported third-quarter earnings late Thursday. — Paulina Likos, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026 Despite heroic efforts to keep crude moving, the Gulf’s reputation as a reliable energy provider has been damaged. — Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 23 Oct. 2026 And if a physician or another advanced provider certifies a miscarriage, parents may request a miscarriage certificate. — Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for provider

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Automakers and their suppliers need incentives to invest in robotics and advanced equipment.

— Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Dedicated facilities could help suppliers prepare for higher production volumes as programs move beyond research and development.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of supplier

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The unconventional financing structure did not prevent the filmmakers from securing a traditional theatrical distributor.

— Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 20 Oct. 2026
Siddiq puts out multiple specials a year on YouTube, to millions of views, while helping to uplift up-and-coming comics as an executive producer and distributor for their specials.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of distributor

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Banks, retailers, delivery companies, and public services may all depend on the same cloud provider for parts of their digital operations, meaning a disruption can spread across multiple industries.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2026
The family has also worked to import products directly to keep prices competitive with large retailers, like Party City and Spirit Halloween.

— Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 20 Oct. 2026

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