1
as in allocation
the act or process of giving out something to each member of a group
aid workers oversaw the distribution of supplies to the flood victims
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2
as in sequence
the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another
the distribution of those stars has long suggested the form of a dipper
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Recent Examples of distribution
The distribution center has established monitoring protocols to identify trends, recurring delays, and ensure communication between processing and delivery, said Victoria Smith, director of audit services.
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Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2025
The Sacramento Food Bank serves more than 320,000 people in the region monthly, with more than 200 neighborhood distribution sites throughout the county.
—Sacbee.com, 10 July 2025
The ambitious production is scheduled for theatrical release on March 26, 2026, with distribution planned across eight languages: Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, English, and Spanish.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 July 2025
Another focus areas is to bolster electric transmission and distribution systems.
—Noël Fletcher, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
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Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2025
The Sacramento Food Bank serves more than 320,000 people in the region monthly, with more than 200 neighborhood distribution sites throughout the county.
—Sacbee.com, 10 July 2025
The ambitious production is scheduled for theatrical release on March 26, 2026, with distribution planned across eight languages: Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, English, and Spanish.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 July 2025
Another focus areas is to bolster electric transmission and distribution systems.
—Noël Fletcher, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distribution
Noun
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Researchers have genomically analyzed three specimens to date, but in each case, poor DNA preservation resulted in only partial sequences.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
2 July 2025
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The goal capped a pass sequence that showcased the patient buildup Smith sought versus the Orlando defense.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
6 July 2025
Noun
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In the days to follow, Lisa clashes with her thespian stepmom (Jenifer Lewis) about the over-the-top funeral arrangements.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
5 July 2025
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The arrangement comes as a partial reprieve for the companies, which have seen cognac shipments to China plunge after Beijing imposed preliminary duties last year.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
4 July 2025
Noun
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The cases against Oren and Alon Alexander remain pending and nothing involving the disposition of this case affects the cases against the Alexander brothers.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 July 2025
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The Supreme Court may decide on the case as early as June 12, and a majority of justices have signaled a friendly disposition toward upholding Tennessee’s law that took effect in June 2023.—
Liam Adams,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Numerous violations found through the years As science discovered more and more problems arising from improper disposal of toxic chemicals, the laws evolved and became more strict — and facilities like Wayne Disposal found themselves in frequent noncompliance.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
3 July 2025
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Yet despite all these tools at their disposal, many small business owners remain dependent on agency models that limit autonomy.—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
USA Today,
3 July 2025
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“Distribution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distribution. Accessed 17 Jul. 2025.
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