PRORATES Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

prorates

verb

present tense third-person singular of prorate

as in distributes

to give out (something) to appropriate individuals shares in the company's profits were prorated according to the workers' length of service

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Highline Warren manufactures and distributes aftermarket products for automotive maintenance.

— Carson Bonner, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
The cleats were purchased last year by Take to the Universe (TTU), a Japanese company that distributes beauty and wellness products in Japan and throughout Asia.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026

Definition of distributes

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The foundation dispenses $350,000 to $500,000 a year, according to the family's attorney, Stephanie Johnson O’Day.

— Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 28 June 2026
According to a news release, Sibley entered into a collaborative agreement with pharmacist Josh Harrison at The Compounding Lab, which dispenses drugs for people and animals.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 June 2026

Definition of dispenses

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Lucas said each year the City Council allocates more than 25% of its annual operating revenue to fund the Police Department, yet the agency struggles each year with paying legal settlements.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026
For example, the bill creates incentives to accelerate housing supply development, revitalize vacant commercial properties into residences, and even allocates funds towards innovations that further create more housing supply.

— Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of allocates

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The ceremony begins with intention setting that provides a context for the physical treatment that will follow.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 July 2026
That economic mobility is also why WeBuild is focused on homeownership and provides financial literacy classes.

— Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026

Definition of provides

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Peck divides proteins into one-pound portions in freezer bags, pressing out excess air before sealing.

— Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 18 July 2026
Nolan divides the sacking of Troy into two lengthy sequences, both shot under cover of darkness but edited (by Jennifer Lame) with a magisterial clarity.

— Justin Chang, New Yorker, 17 July 2026

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