- present participle of allocate.
allocating
Example Sentences
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While many advocates support allocating the money quickly, it leaves little for future years.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
Many advisors recommend allocating a quarter of your equity portfolio outside the U.S.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
In 2004, Google famously tried a Dutch auction as a way to push back against what it viewed as the clubby world of bankers allocating stock to the largest institutions and wealthiest clients.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026
Related: My husband is giving me 75% of his trust — and allocating 25% to his sister.
From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026
“But in light of these new attacks, he’s allocating more time to his direct duties with the Sons of the Six. Brother Lekan has been appointed to lead the service in Father Olufemi’s stead.”
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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