as in dividing
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 redistributing
In theory, capping the rate at 10 percent would save consumers tens of billions of dollars while redistributing wealth from big banks and their shareholders to the low-income consumers who typically carry credit-card debt.
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Rogé Karma, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
The system works with the active all wheel drive system to monitor wheel slip in milliseconds, redistributing power to the wheels with the most grip instantly.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
The department was able to save about $131,000 by utilizing cost-effective vendors, applying for grants, redistributing workloads, and eliminating full- and part-time positions, according to a one-sheet informational page about the reorganization from the department.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Simplified updating As diligence requests evolve, the seller can upload, replace, or supplement files without reprinting or redistributing materials.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Rather than simply automating work away, AI is redistributing economic value across the skills spectrum.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
After Chávez was freed and elected president in 1998, Maduro, a young lawmaker, helped push his agenda of redistributing the OPEC nation’s oil wealth and political power.
—Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 3 Jan. 2026
Scam ads blocked in one jurisdiction were rerouted to other markets, redistributing both revenue and consumer harm.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 31 Dec. 2025
There are also many examples of operators redistributing heat from the facilities to warm nearby residences.
—April Roach, CNBC, 29 Dec. 2025
Rogé Karma, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
The system works with the active all wheel drive system to monitor wheel slip in milliseconds, redistributing power to the wheels with the most grip instantly.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
The department was able to save about $131,000 by utilizing cost-effective vendors, applying for grants, redistributing workloads, and eliminating full- and part-time positions, according to a one-sheet informational page about the reorganization from the department.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Simplified updating As diligence requests evolve, the seller can upload, replace, or supplement files without reprinting or redistributing materials.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Rather than simply automating work away, AI is redistributing economic value across the skills spectrum.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
After Chávez was freed and elected president in 1998, Maduro, a young lawmaker, helped push his agenda of redistributing the OPEC nation’s oil wealth and political power.
—Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 3 Jan. 2026
Scam ads blocked in one jurisdiction were rerouted to other markets, redistributing both revenue and consumer harm.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 31 Dec. 2025
There are also many examples of operators redistributing heat from the facilities to warm nearby residences.
—April Roach, CNBC, 29 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for redistributing
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These perennials live for a long time, and dividing them provides more plants every few years so expanding your garden won't even cost much.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026
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People have a habit of dividing life into segments.—
Shayla Love,
New Yorker,
25 Feb. 2026
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On Wednesday, supporters of the defendants gathered outside the federal courthouse, distributing fliers to passersby.—
Sarah Bahari,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Agents later determined the transactions were between Edwards and a man in the United Kingdom, who was arrested and later convicted for distributing the materials through Telegram and other apps.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Plus, devices worn on the body instead of being tucked away in a pocket may be able to understand context from one’s surroundings through cameras, microphones and other sensors, providing more information to tailor answers.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
2 Mar. 2026
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Accessibility The Dean is acutely aware of accessibility needs and ensures every guest feels welcome through its partnership with Mobility Mogo, providing full transparency on accessibility features, complete with measurements and photos.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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That's how professional investors think about allocating capital.—
Frank Holland,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2026
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Other proposals included allocating lottery odds based on two-year records, extending the lottery pool to include play-in teams and flattening odds across the board.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Halverson stays connected with his fellow service members, sometimes sharing a meal at his VFW club.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
24 Feb. 2026
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Authorities accused Gonzalez of grooming one of the girls to film herself engaging in self-harm and self-humiliation and sharing the images with others online.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Redistributing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redistributing. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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