as in to distribute
to divide (something) among a group in a different way
Unused federal funds will be redistributed to other states. We need to redistribute the duties among ourselves; some of us are working too hard, and others are hardly working at all.
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Recent Examples of redistribute
Heavy leaf accumulation will smother the lawn, so rake the leaves and redistribute them to garden beds or an out-of-the-way corner.
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Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
This material is not to be reproduced or redistributed absent the written consent of Fairlead Strategies.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2025
The makers claim that the Pro X helps to redistribute weight and effort in order to reduce strain on knees, hips and ankles, especially when carrying a load.
—New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2025
That law puts presidential remarks in the public domain, meaning no one must seek permission from presidential foundations or libraries to redistribute them.
—Bill Barrow, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
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Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
This material is not to be reproduced or redistributed absent the written consent of Fairlead Strategies.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2025
The makers claim that the Pro X helps to redistribute weight and effort in order to reduce strain on knees, hips and ankles, especially when carrying a load.
—New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2025
That law puts presidential remarks in the public domain, meaning no one must seek permission from presidential foundations or libraries to redistribute them.
—Bill Barrow, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redistribute
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Over a 10-year period, the dividends would increase deficits by $6 trillion if rebate checks are distributed annually, according to the CRFB's analysis.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
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Scott David Mason, 61, was accused of distributing photos and videos 50 times using the messaging app Kik between March 28 and May 1.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Qianlong took a page from the design of private gardens in southern China to make the layout more compact, and divided the site into four connected courtyards, two of which are currently open to the public, from south to north.—
Fred He,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Engineers divide conventional aircraft into three main lightning zones.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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The study also provides a previously unidentified constraint for models of tidal heat production, shell thickness, and the long-term evolution of Enceladus’ ocean.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Nov. 2025
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The indictment contends that Jones provided information regarding key players on the Los Angeles Lakers’ status in advance of games on two dates to enable third-parties to make potentially favorable bets.—
Samidh Guha,
ABC News,
9 Nov. 2025
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Under the current approach, CalPERS allocates a certain amount of money to each bucket and managers of those assets try to maximize returns.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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The 2013 Bentley Mulsanne was allocated to the Royal Family in December 2013, after which it was used to take Charles to various engagements.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 Nov. 2025
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Last month, Jackson shared more about her journey to sobriety while accepting the Shining Star Award at the Friendly House Awards Luncheon.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
12 Nov. 2025
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Most co-curricular activities, like arts and leadership programs, would be shared, but spiritual programming and retreats would remain separate.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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“Redistribute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redistribute. Accessed 30 Nov. 2025.
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