1
as in opportunity
something that one uses to accomplish an end especially when the usual means is not available
we used every possible resource to raise the funds needed to save our town's oldest house
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2
as in fund
resources plural
available money
do you have the resources to buy a new car or even a used car?
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Recent Examples of resource
Unfortunately, some states provide more resources for veterans than others.
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Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 19 May 2025
And that the allocation of resources is not about making deals.
—Jason Parham, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2025
Sweeping changes could also affect what resources the state has on hand for other policies that support children and families.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 18 May 2025
In response, these bad actors are devoting considerable resources to automating brute force and phishing attacks against any account still protected by a password.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
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Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 19 May 2025
And that the allocation of resources is not about making deals.
—Jason Parham, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2025
Sweeping changes could also affect what resources the state has on hand for other policies that support children and families.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 18 May 2025
In response, these bad actors are devoting considerable resources to automating brute force and phishing attacks against any account still protected by a password.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resource
Noun
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The class is specifically designed to provide an opportunity to ask questions about Christianity and our Lutheran theology.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
17 May 2025
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Beyond professional experience, our program is a next-generation leadership opportunity that builds lasting connections, inspires community impact and fosters personal growth.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Permanent life insurance with cash value can provide tax-efficient access to funds.—
Joshua Harmon,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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On Monday, the board awarded Cuomo $1.5 million in matching funds, but members warned that campaigns that are found guilty of coordinating with super PACs could lose access to public funds.—
Elaine Mallon,
The Washington Examiner,
12 May 2025
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“Resource.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resource. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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