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
Ownership, hopefully, can open up more resources and opportunities with the new stadium.
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Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 12 June 2025
Among other resources, an engine has also been assigned to fight the wildfire.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2025
In the modern era, another big transition to other food resources occurred.
—Literary Hub, 12 June 2025
The now famous feud, magnified and distorted by self-interested tycoons, escalated a simple disagreement to encourage a land grab in the Tug Valley, destroying rich resources, economic livelihoods and a previously peaceful way of life.
—Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 12 June 2025
Among other resources, an engine has also been assigned to fight the wildfire.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2025
In the modern era, another big transition to other food resources occurred.
—Literary Hub, 12 June 2025
The now famous feud, magnified and distorted by self-interested tycoons, escalated a simple disagreement to encourage a land grab in the Tug Valley, destroying rich resources, economic livelihoods and a previously peaceful way of life.
—Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resource
Noun
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Under the deal, the Global Networks firm will keep a 20% stake in the studios company, giving it revenue opportunities to help pay down debt.—
Stephen Battaglio,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Those who take advantage of the opportunity can count on Aston Martin to store, maintain, and transport their vehicles to Valkyrie LM Performance Club driving venues.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
9 June 2025
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For other drivers, the TLC’s own taxi improvement fund — funded by a $1 surcharge on cab fares — provides $20,000 in grant money to drivers toward accessible-vehicle purchases.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
5 June 2025
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Other municipalities terminated their contracts after then-Gov. Jerry Brown signed SB 54, which prohibited local and state municipalities from using funds for federal immigration enforcement purposes, including the use of jail facilities.—
Rachel Uranga,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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“Resource.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resource. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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