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to give out (something) to appropriate individuals
portioned out the medical supplies equally
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Recent Examples of portioned
These personally portioned chicken pot pies ensure everyone gets the same amount of comfort food.
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Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Shortly before serving, the blocks of compressed spuds are portioned and fried until the edges shatter like glass but the interior remains soft.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
However, either nut can fit into a balanced, nutritious diet and can support weight control when portioned mindfully.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
Some are portioned for two; others are larger mains for a family affair; and there are plenty of delicious options for people taking the special occasion to celebrate their one-and-only selves.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Feb. 2026
Goldsmith noted saturated fat should still be portioned, even if not completely cut out.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 Jan. 2026
Both can be a part of a heart-healthy snack when portioned well.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2026
These no-bake pumpkin pies are creamy, spiced, perfectly portioned — and so cute.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 21 Nov. 2025
For the most part, the Ripper has been background noise on Resurrection, with tidbits being portioned out over the course of the first eight episodes.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2025
Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Shortly before serving, the blocks of compressed spuds are portioned and fried until the edges shatter like glass but the interior remains soft.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
However, either nut can fit into a balanced, nutritious diet and can support weight control when portioned mindfully.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
Some are portioned for two; others are larger mains for a family affair; and there are plenty of delicious options for people taking the special occasion to celebrate their one-and-only selves.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Feb. 2026
Goldsmith noted saturated fat should still be portioned, even if not completely cut out.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 Jan. 2026
Both can be a part of a heart-healthy snack when portioned well.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2026
These no-bake pumpkin pies are creamy, spiced, perfectly portioned — and so cute.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 21 Nov. 2025
For the most part, the Ripper has been background noise on Resurrection, with tidbits being portioned out over the course of the first eight episodes.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for portioned
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In addition to its on-demand offering, Documentary+ operates a FAST channel distributed on Samsung TV Plus, DirecTV, Plex, Sling TV, Fubo, and other leading platforms, reaching millions of viewers globally.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
3 Mar. 2026
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Content from each platform will be distributed via podcasts, newsletters, social media and video on Instagram, Bluesky and YouTube.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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Pressurized water is then shot through the K-cup and dispensed through a filter to the cup waiting below the spout.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Ultimately, many of these books’ characters are portrayed as avatars of resentment and disaffection, men who seem to fall prey to the rigid vision of masculinity dispensed by real-life adherents to the manosphere.—
Eric Magnuson,
The Atlantic,
2 Mar. 2026
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The list is divided into categories, with a number of members falling under each one.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Before this recent reunion, the band was only together for three years, from 1994 to 1997, and that’s with a couple of major lineup changes that divided its fan base.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2026
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Already, the county has announced the closure of seven public health clinics that provided vaccinations and disease testing, largely because of funding losses tied to federal grant cuts.—
Angela Hart,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The backstory Under Canvas made a name for itself during the pandemic thanks to its ability to create upscale camping experiences that provided equal doses of fresh air and community during a time of social distancing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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The remaining 110 seats in the 275-member body will be allocated through a proportional representation system, under which political parties nominate lawmakers based on their share of the vote.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Last year, lawmakers boosted the annual amount allocated to the state’s film and TV tax credit program and expanded the criteria for eligible projects in an attempt to lure production back to California.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Elections are administered locally, by thousands of offices, following standards set by the states.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Mar. 2026
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One significantly different measure in the House bill is a provision that would overhaul the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, a major housing program administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Portioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/portioned. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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