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allocated

[al-uh-key-tid] / ˈæl əˌkeɪ tɪd /




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Depending on how the money is allocated, Taiwan could spend about 3% of its economy on defense this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Because this money was allocated directly to the resident-funded landslide abatement districts, the city won’t directly benefit from this allotment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

The announcement follows a £25m government funding package for protective policing, of which £18m has been allocated to the Met.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Government licensing regulates the spectrum allocated to broadcast channels, largely to prevent interference between TV signals.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

As a rule, fencing is only allocated ten medals during the Olympic Games, even though there are technically twelve events.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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