allotted
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Unfortunately, the beginning of Twin Peaks’ set at 4:30 p.m. was plagued by technical issues, highlighted by an extensive sound check that leaked into the first 10 minutes of their allotted time on stage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
And those visits often run over their allotted time, meaning that primary care doctors are often behind.
From Slate ● Aug. 22, 2026
Static exercises mean you’re holding one position and staying still for the allotted amount of time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
The most-talked-about New Yorker was made to wait in line just like everyone else for an allotted 90 seconds to speak.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
Jamie allotted ten nickels to Claudia and kept ten for himself.
From "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler" by E.L. Konigsburg
Vocabulary lists containing allotted
Bridge to Terabithia
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George Washington's First Inaugural Address
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On Torch-Bearing "Ineptitude" and Fed "Conclaves": Ten Words in the News You Need to Know
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