Definition of Pra conditional stipulation attached to an agreExamples of Proviso in a senA proviso was added to the bill to make sure that the likelihood of theft would be diminished.  The only proviso of the loan is that you must buy your home in Shelby County.  Adding a proviso to the contract, the employer placed a temporary stipulation on the agreement.  A … [Read more...] about Proviso used in sentence example & words in English
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Provisional used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Provistemporary, but with the intention of eventually becoming permanent or being replaced by a permanent equivExamples of Provisional in a senProvisional custody arrangements favored the mother, but the children were later ordered to live with their father.  A provisional government was founded in Philadelphia, but the capital was later moved to Washington … [Read more...] about Provisional used in sentence example & words in English
Provision used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Provactions taken to meet a possibleExamples of Provision in a sen1. The tax provision ensures lenders will not raise interest rates above a certain percentage. 2. Since Ann’s grandfather gifted her with a financial provision in his will, she will never have to worry about money. 3. The savings provision will make it easier for parents to put away money … [Read more...] about Provision used in sentence example & words in English
Provincial used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of ProviExamples of Provincial in a senEven though James had travelled all over the world, he still wore clothing which was quite provincial and outdated.  Because I grew up in an orphanage run by nuns, I have a very provincial outlook on life and tend to prefer the simple things.  In many romantic-comedy movies, the heroine dreams of leaving her provincial … [Read more...] about Provincial used in sentence example & words in English
Province used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Proa region within a coExamples of Province in a senProvince leaders insist that the new energy plant will bring 3,000 jobs to the region within five years.  Although most of the country was safe, the southernmost province seemed to be filled with extremist groups.  While much of the nation was unscathed, aftershocks ravaged the province where the … [Read more...] about Province used in sentence example & words in English
Providential used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of ProvidefortExamples of Providential in a senIt was providential that I moved out of the way before being struck by the oncoming vehicle.  Winning the lottery was a providential step towards paying off my mounting debt.  Due to a providential storm, we stayed home and avoided an accident at the park.  When we found ourselves in Europe at the same time, … [Read more...] about Providential used in sentence example & words in English
Provident used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Provdemonstrating great care and consideration for the fExamples of Provident in a senMy financier told me that I needed to be more provident when it came to my spending.  The provident man set aside money to buy a car with cash.  If I wasn’t as provident as I am, I would have been homeless when I lost my job.  The provident couple attended a seminar … [Read more...] about Provident used in sentence example & words in English
Providence used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Provigood management of resources needed for the fExamples of Providence in a senBecause of Jim’s providence, he and his wife have a nice retirement egg.  Cara’s providence in her health ensured her doctor was able to find and remove the cancer tumor before it spread.  When the squirrel stores his nuts for the winter, he is showing a good example of … [Read more...] about Providence used in sentence example & words in English
Provided used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Progave; suppliedExamples of Provided in a sen The factory provided its worker with a helmet and other safety equipment before he began his shift.  Mrs. Malone provided all of her students with pencils and paper before they began their test.  The daycare provided the children with an afterschool snack and several fun activities to complete.  Most … [Read more...] about Provided used in sentence example & words in English
Provide used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Prto give or sExamples of Provide in a senMilitants refused to surrender or provide opposing forces with information about their mission.  Parents are expected to provide their children with enough crayons to last them all school year.  The paperwork asked applicants to provide the hospital with personal information such as their social security number and … [Read more...] about Provide used in sentence example & words in English
Proverbial used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Proveused often to describe someExamples of Proverbial in a senEveryone in class knew the proverbial quote from the hit animated comedy.  When my mother saw the dirty bathroom, she viewed the mess as the proverbial straw she needed to withhold my allowance.  My grandmother always followed the awful cough medicine with the proverbial spoon of sugar. … [Read more...] about Proverbial used in sentence example & words in English
Proverb used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pra sentence that people often quote to which gives advice or state a universal Examples of Proverb in a senAn old proverb says that an attorney who represents himself has a fool for a client.  Repeating a proverb, the wise woman reminded her heartbroken daughter that it is better to be slapped with the truth than kissed with a lie.  The clumsy equestrian … [Read more...] about Proverb used in sentence example & words in English
Provenance used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Proveorigin or the source of where something derivedExamples of Provenance in a senSince the provenance of this dish came from Italy, many people wanted to go to Italy to taste the actual authentic dish.  Realizing that the provenance of the antique chest was from France, it let the dealer know that this piece was created in 18th century Paris.  An … [Read more...] about Provenance used in sentence example & words in English
Proven used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pshown or demonstExamples of Proven in a senBy showing up on time every day for a year, the worker had proven dependability.  The multi-million-dollar lottery win was proven to be false after the ticket was deemed to be counterfeit.  Each of the Oscar nominees have proven themselves as solid actors in their fields.  Ancient artifacts have proven that … [Read more...] about Proven used in sentence example & words in English
Proved used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pshowed evidence to verify that a particular idea isExamples of Proved in a senThe DNA evidence proved that the man wasn’t the killer, so he was released from jail.  By checking his work with a calculator, the student proved that his answer was correct.  During his career, the boxer proved that he was the best fighter by defeating everyone else.  Most … [Read more...] about Proved used in sentence example & words in English