Thesaurus results for REALLOCATION

reallocation

noun

Definition of reallocation

as in redistribution

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Recent Examples of reallocation The harder challenge is recognizing when the organization’s strategic direction requires prioritization, reallocation or a different course of action. — Kelly Baker, Fortune, 10 Nov. 2026 While none of those positions are specifically for historic preservation, the possible addition of three new people could allow for the reallocation of more staff time to historic preservation. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026 Adaptability comes from clear leading indicators, the frequent reallocation of resources and the discipline to stop initiatives when assumptions change. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026 The reallocation from savings to essentials could sidestep addressing root problems, too. — Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 7 Sep. 2026 Opponents seek a reallocation of revenue Opponents of the referendum hope to persuade IPEC to allocate more referendum funding for IPS in order to reduce the need for further budget cuts. — Aleksandra Appleton, IndyStar, 31 Aug. 2026 The union has been vocal in recent months about the department’s reallocation plan that moved the department toward an EMS focus. — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Aug. 2026 To achieve this, many companies establish formal cross-functional investment committees and incubators with explicit mandates, scorecards, and escalation paths to speed up capital reallocation decisions. — Harvard Business Review, 11 Aug. 2026 Perhaps a reallocation of energy can allow the Huskers to operate this season with a lighter load on their shoulders. — Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 30 July 2026

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Noun

Such abundance of wealth makes redistribution easy to imagine, too.

— Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2026
The transfer portal, NIL money and the redistribution of talent have changed the sport.

— Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of redistribution

Noun

The best short film and audience choice award winners will be announced on closing day, with the best short film winner receiving full funding from KlikFilm for the production and distribution of a debut feature.

— Jenny S. Li, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026
The distribution of damage, the pace of decline, and even the molecular structure of amyloid filaments can vary.

— Manvir Singh, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of distribution

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After the 2030 census and the reapportionment, those states will lose population, Electoral College votes, to the benefit of Texas and other Sunbelt states.

— David Frum, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
But reapportionment will change the electoral math for both parties.

— Craig Gilbert, jsonline.com, 23 Feb. 2026

Definition of reapportionment

Noun

This will be the district’s third bond issuance following the passage of the 2024 referendum question.

— Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
In 1935 — two years after Prohibition ended — Collingswood residents voted against a ballot measure that would have allowed retail alcohol sales and the issuance of liquor licenses.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of issuance

Noun

According to the California Department of Education, county treasurers receive principal apportionment for local educational agencies at the end of each month from July 2026 through January 2027.

— Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2026
In 1952, Arizona sued in federal court to invalidate the 1922 apportionment.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of apportionment

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