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Jackson6612 Posted 18 years ago
Grammar

We will miss the security he provided us with

Which of the following is correct? What is the difference in meaning?
1: We will miss the security he provided us with.
2: We will miss the security he provided us.
  

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Hello! I would choose 2. With is not used together with the verb provide in this meaning.

  • Hello!
  • I would choose 2.
  • With is not used together with the verb provide in this meaning.
  • He provided her with a knife He will provide a knife for her.
  • As security is not a thing, you don't need "with", provide a meal - give sy food, etc.
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4 Answers
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Hello!

I would choose 2. With is not used together with the verb provide in this meaning.
He provided her with a knife
He will provide a knife for her.
As security is not a thing, you don't need "with", provide a meal - give sy food, etc. is the right choice.

Szasza
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Which of the following is correct? Both.
What is the difference in meaning? None.
with is optional.
CJ
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Thank you, Szasza and Jim.

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