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as in to allot
to give as a share or portion
not enough computers to allocate one to every student
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as in to distribute
to give out (something) to appropriate individuals
allocated the housework in such a way that the older kids got more than the younger ones
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as in to dedicate
to keep or intend for a special purpose
sliced the strawberries after first allocating all the nicest ones for the top of the cake
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Recent Examples of allocate
In addition to seeking custody over her children, Mellencamp is asking the court to allocate visitation time for Arroyave.
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Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
Democrats allocated even less to sway Arkansas' mostly red voters, a mere $403,000 out of about $4.5 billion across the U.S.
—Worth Sparkman, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
Analysis published by Decision Desk HQ and The Hill, last updated on October 28, put Trump on 297 Electoral College votes versus 241 for Harris after all the votes were allocated.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
As a joint fundraising committee, the Trump 47 Committee allocates funds to the Trump campaign and the RNC and, once the contribution limits are maxed out, to other participating political committees.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 31 Oct. 2024
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Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
Democrats allocated even less to sway Arkansas' mostly red voters, a mere $403,000 out of about $4.5 billion across the U.S.
—Worth Sparkman, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
Analysis published by Decision Desk HQ and The Hill, last updated on October 28, put Trump on 297 Electoral College votes versus 241 for Harris after all the votes were allocated.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
As a joint fundraising committee, the Trump 47 Committee allocates funds to the Trump campaign and the RNC and, once the contribution limits are maxed out, to other participating political committees.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 31 Oct. 2024
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The time allotted for updating the rules is coming to an end.Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2024
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While there will be no opening statements from the two vice presidential candidates, each will be allotted two minutes for closing remarks, according to debate rules from CBS News.Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 1 Oct. 2024
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In New Jersey, rain is usually distributed evenly over the months, state climatologist Dave Robinson said.Melissa Chan, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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The Trust distributed $274,212 to shareholders during the quarter, with a per-share distribution of $0.26.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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It’s thought to be the first online platform dedicated specifically to helping legal immigrants navigate America’s complicated immigration landscape.David Nath, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2024
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Today, his mother has dedicated herself to ensuring other Louisville youths aren't caught up in the cycle of gun violence plaguing the city, our Rachel Smith reports.Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 7 Nov. 2024
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He was based at Otis Air National Guard Base on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, where he was assigned to the 102nd Intelligence Wing as a cyber transport systems journeyman.Mirna Alsharif, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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The interface for assigning names to faces is clear and simple.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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With that, they’re equipped with the energy and focus to dispense their own pep talks again.Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 16 Nov. 2024
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In January 2023, Sinema, speaking in Davos, Switzerland, told many of the world’s wealthiest and most influential leaders there was no need to dispense with the legislative filibuster after the 2022 midterms two months earlier.Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 12 Nov. 2024
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Matthews devotes one parenthetical sentence claiming rocket launches hurt coastal wildlife.Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Musk devoted both time and money — lots of it — to helping Trump get elected.William Gavin, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
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The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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And the breakfast, brunch and lunch chain is providing a treat to encourage acts of kindness.Cheryl V. Jackson, The Courier-Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
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Reaction time can save you from a collision and will reduce frequent or sudden breaking, which will lower your stress and that of the drivers behind you.Glen Koen, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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And many Americans have not saved enough money or do not have a large enough pension to provide sufficient retirement income on their own.Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Allocate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allocate. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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