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to ply
01
to offer or supply something generously or abundantly, often in response to a request or need
Ditransitive: to ply sb with a resource
02
to use a tool skillfully and diligently, often in a repetitive or continuous manner
Transitive: to ply a tool
03
to engage in a task or activity with focused effort and dedication
Transitive: to ply an activity or skill
04
to travel along a specific path on a regular basis
Transitive: to ply a path
Ply
01
(usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood
02
one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination
ply
v
pliancy
n
pliancy
n
pliant
adj
pliant
adj
plyer
n
plyer
n
Example
As a mentor, her goal was to ply her mentees with guidance.
The generous community rallied together to ply the disaster-stricken area with essential supplies and support.
During the harsh winter, local charities worked tirelessly to ply the homeless population with warm clothing and hot meals.
In response to the humanitarian crisis, international organizations collaborated to ply the affected regions with medical aid and resources.
The restaurant owner made it a point to ply customers with complimentary appetizers while waiting for their orders.
