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The character 供 combines the human radical 亻 on the left, indicating an action by a person, with the component 共 on the right, which provides both a phonetic element and the idea of sharing or bringing together. Its core meaning is the act of preparing and presenting resources for others, hence the verbs supply, provision, and offer. The character also carries specialized meanings: presenting formal offerings at religious altars and providing official statements or confessions in legal contexts.
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这家公司供我们使用电脑。
图书馆提供免费的WiFi。
这个花瓶是供在佛前的。
他必须供出自己的同伙。
市场供应充足的新鲜蔬菜。
他的证词对案件提供了关键线索。
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犯罪嫌疑人终于如实供述了犯罪过程。