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as in subsidy
a sum of money allotted for a specific use by official or formal action
the library budget was reduced, while allotments for city officials' travel expenses were increased
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as in portion
something belonging to, due to, or contributed by an individual member of a group
every kindergartner received colored paper, scissors, and an allotment of paste to make paper chains
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as in allocation
the act or process of giving out something to each member of a group
the allotment of exhibition space at the annual trade show is always fraught with politics and infighting
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Recent Examples of allotment
The new agreement gives Irvine access to Costa Mesa’s 80-bed allotment.
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Claire Wang, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
While the Phillies went 3 for 3 in challenges, the Red Sox went 0 for 2 to use up their nine-inning allotment.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
In other climate news As Western states brace for deep cuts to their allotments of Colorado River water, one California water agency may be in a position to help.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The first half of a $200 million federal allotment has already begun flowing to states to help implement the new requirements.
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
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Claire Wang, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
While the Phillies went 3 for 3 in challenges, the Red Sox went 0 for 2 to use up their nine-inning allotment.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
In other climate news As Western states brace for deep cuts to their allotments of Colorado River water, one California water agency may be in a position to help.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The first half of a $200 million federal allotment has already begun flowing to states to help implement the new requirements.
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for allotment
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It was denied state subsidies, records show.—
Uwa Ede-Osifo,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Tinubu can’t control the war but, in the minds of voters, surging fuel prices are inextricably linked to his signature policy — scrapping Nigeria’s fuel subsidy system.—
Alexis Akwagyiram,
semafor.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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While a portion of rallygoers voiced support for dramatic intervention against Cuba's leadership, others said their focus remains on peaceful, lasting reform.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Last week, the agency invited NCDOT Secretary Daniel Johnson, local officials and residents to visit the areas along the uptown portion of I-77 Monday, March 23.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2026
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Remaining funds will come from existing Gary community development and animal shelter allocations, according to Post-Tribune archives.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) manages global spectrum allocation, helping prevent interference and maintain reliable operation across communications networks.—
Tessa McCann,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2026
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The project was funded through a transportation grant and cost more than double the previous, even after being adjusted for inflation.—
Johane Saintil,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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The remaining tax and fee receipts, federal grants and other revenues flow into the budget, where additional spending controls typically force hundreds of millions in additional savings each year.—
Laura Tillman,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2026
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In response, my father established the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People, or MOSOP, which mobilized Ogoni people to fight for a greater share of the oil wealth and demand more respect for our natural environment.—
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
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Its share price hit reflected investor disappointment in the band’s return, although the tour is streaming on Netflix in 190 countries, which may help offset some of the in-person attendance declines.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
23 Mar. 2026
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At a home in Turlock, agents seized an additional 300 pounds of methamphetamine packaged for distribution, nine guns and multiple magazines and rounds of ammunition.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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Indian films already reach 240 countries day-and-date on the service, Gandhi noted, a reach unavailable through traditional theatrical distribution.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
20 Mar. 2026
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Donations to the government are accepted into the Treasury Department – which holds the government's cash – and then disbursed based on congressional appropriations – rules set by Congress about how they can be distributed – just like other federal funds.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
21 Mar. 2026
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Schumer introduced a bill to solely fund TSA, suspending Senate rules and advancing it through the Rules Committee, which doesn’t handle appropriations legislation.—
Zach LaChance,
The Washington Examiner,
21 Mar. 2026
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Republicans are, for the most part, supportive of transgender policies Trump has asked them to tack on as well, one that would restrict surgeries for minors and another preventing biological males from competing in women’s sports.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
23 Mar. 2026
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Lee sees those parts of the articles as a potential avenue for helping bring in Republican support.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Allotment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allotment. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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