parcel (out)

verb

Definition of parcel (out)next
as in to distribute
to give out (something) to appropriate individuals parceled out the assignments for work on the parish fair

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for parcel (out)
  1. distribute
  2. dispense
  3. provide
  4. divide
  5. allocate
  6. portion
  7. administer
  8. hand out
Verb
  • Within days, Chef José Andrés’ World Food Kitchen had set up a hub in Asheville, N.C., to distribute food and drinkable water, both in short supply.
    William P. Barrett, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has started distributing refunds totaling more than $72 million to players impacted by Fortnite's billing practices.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of distribute
Verb
  • It’s precisely calibrated to dispense 1 gram (0.04 ounces) of oil per spray.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Then came the biggest change: In 2021, the FDA eliminated the requirement to dispense mifepristone in person.
    Aria Bendix, NBC News, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of dispense
Verb
  • The Gotham Film Awards is an annual industry event that provides recognition for outstanding voices in storytelling, including writers, actors, directors and producers.
    Toria Sheffield, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Known as the home of adventure tourism, New Zealand provides travelers with an abundance of walking and hiking options through stunning landscapes and vast wilderness areas.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of provide
Verb
  • The Fourth Limb Patanjali, an ancient Indian author and sage, divided the practice of yoga into eight limbs.
    Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 1 Dec. 2024
  • According to a recent poll, Americans are divided by the topic.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of divide
Verb
  • Advertisement The Lebanese Health Ministry and military allocated a plot of land in the coastal city of Tyre for those people to be temporarily laid to rest.
    Kareem Chehayeb and Fadi Tawil, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
  • To face life's greatest struggles and avoid burnout, allocating time for rest, relaxation, and reflection is crucial to one’s happiness and ultimate success.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of allocate
Verb
  • When rice has cooled, portion it into sealable plastic freezer bags in a flat layer, making sure to remove all the air.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Our Test Kitchen recommends portioning the stew into individual servings before freezing.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of portion
Verb
  • Officers administered first aid until emergency medical services arrived to transport the man to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The work from home versus return to office debate started as early as the first COVID vaccines were administered.
    Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of administer
Verb
  • Something to add to the helpful list of Dune terminology that was handed out to moviegoers before the 1984 version.
    Scott Tobias, Vulture, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Hacks, 9-1-1, Bookie and Unstoppable were among the winners as Film Liaisons in California Statewide handed out its 29th annual California on Location Awards tonight at the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City.
    Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of hand out
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“Parcel (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parcel%20%28out%29. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.

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