1
as in classifies
to arrange or assign according to type
distribute the assignments according to seniority
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as in allots
to give as a share or portion
committed to distributing the school's limited scholarship money so that it benefits more students
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as in dispenses
to give out (something) to appropriate individuals
distributed pamphlets on recycling to everyone in the neighborhood
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Recent Examples of distributes
The heat from the dryer activates a special coating on the sheets that distributes throughout the load, creating a soft, smooth surface.
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Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
Because Black Sheep distributes eggs to both wholesalers and retailers, some of the eggs may have been rebranded with different packaging by other companies.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
By tightly binding and interlocking the bamboo poles, Blue Temple’s team created a structural frame that distributes seismic loads evenly across the walls and roof.
—New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2025
This segment manufactures and distributes concentrates, syrup and finished beverages of its brands and third-party brands, to third-party bottlers, distributors, retailers and end consumers.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2025
The nonprofit, which distributes funds to PBS and NPR, will shutter in January 2026 as a result.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 15 Oct. 2025
The Motion Picture Association, which distributes film ratings, distanced itself from Meta’s announcement in a statement on Tuesday.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2025
Sholl is also chairperson of MadaLuxe Group, which distributes premium brands to retailers.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2025
Sony Pictures Television produces and distributes the 10-episode series globally.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
Because Black Sheep distributes eggs to both wholesalers and retailers, some of the eggs may have been rebranded with different packaging by other companies.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
By tightly binding and interlocking the bamboo poles, Blue Temple’s team created a structural frame that distributes seismic loads evenly across the walls and roof.
—New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2025
This segment manufactures and distributes concentrates, syrup and finished beverages of its brands and third-party brands, to third-party bottlers, distributors, retailers and end consumers.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2025
The nonprofit, which distributes funds to PBS and NPR, will shutter in January 2026 as a result.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 15 Oct. 2025
The Motion Picture Association, which distributes film ratings, distanced itself from Meta’s announcement in a statement on Tuesday.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2025
Sholl is also chairperson of MadaLuxe Group, which distributes premium brands to retailers.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2025
Sony Pictures Television produces and distributes the 10-episode series globally.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for distributes
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Aid organizations say the reasoning appears to be used to refer to a wide variety of comments the Israeli government classifies as antisemitic.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
21 Oct. 2025
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Sabato's Crystal Ball also classifies the race as Leans Republican.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
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The elegant, sculptural jar is refillable and quickly dispenses a dose with a small press, making for a truly sensorial pre-bed ritual.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
18 Oct. 2025
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Here, Rodon impressively dispenses with both Truffert and Tyler Adams to free himself for the incoming corner.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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His production, measured by EPA per start on pass plays and QB rushes, ranks second among 33 qualifying quarterbacks (minimum three starts) this season, per TruMedia.—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Cupertino famously serves as a hub for the tech juggernaut Apple and ranks among the wealthiest cities in the county, with a median household income of $231,139 according to the 2023 data from the US Census.—
Luis Melecio-Zambrano,
Mercury News,
16 Oct. 2025
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The agency also assigns an advisory level for all countries.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Oct. 2025
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The legislation, as written, assigns one Kansas City voting precinct to two separate congressional districts and two representatives in Congress, according to allegations contained in a lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Missouri and the Campaign Legal Center.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
18 Sep. 2025
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For the military, generating water from thin air provides a very significant strategic advantage.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Oct. 2025
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Of the varieties of beans available, a half-cup serving typically provides 5 to 10 grams (g) of protein.—
Jennifer Lefton,
Verywell Health,
20 Oct. 2025
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All of this with the romantic signature that distinguishes him.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
17 Oct. 2025
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Kalyan combines rare technical and financial expertise that distinguishes him in cryptocurrency.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
15 Oct. 2025
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For money needed in 10 years or more, Failla allocates 90% to 95% to equities.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
14 Oct. 2025
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Anderson served as chairman of the Lessard Sams Outdoor Heritage Council, which allocates Legacy Amendment dollars through the Outdoor Heritage Fund.—
Brad Dokken,
Twin Cities,
12 Oct. 2025
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Radiation therapy administers high-dose energy beams to kill cancer cells.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
18 Oct. 2025
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The Palestinian Authority partially administers the West Bank, while rival group Hamas has controlled Gaza.—
Yamiche Alcindor,
NBC news,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Distributes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distributes. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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