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more provident
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planning and preparing for the future, particularly by managing one's finances
- The economic downturn served as a stark reminder of the importance of provident financial planning.
- Despite earning modestly, Jake's provident nature meant he rarely faced financial difficulties.
- Her provident nature was evident in her well-organized retirement plan.
- They admired his provident approach to budgeting and saving for emergencies.
- Being provident, she made sure to set aside funds for her children's education.
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acting with foresight and consideration in one's personal matters
- The provident farmer stored extra grain in case of poor harvests in the future.
- Sarah was always provident, saving a portion of her paycheck each month for unforeseen emergencies.