apportioned

Example Sentences

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They have yet to announce details of how the water cuts will be apportioned between the region’s farms and cities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

Because of that distrust, the founders carefully apportioned responsibility over the “militia” — today’s National Guard — between the federal government and the states.

From Salon • Nov. 17, 2025

A chunk of blame is being apportioned to the chancellor's fiscal rules – and to the chancellor herself.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2025

Lights in ruby and other jewel tones cast menacing shadows across elegantly apportioned rooms that feel alive.

From New York Times • Jan. 31, 2024

So many opportunities in this country are apportioned in this arbitrary and miserly way, distributed to those who already have the benefit of a privileged legacy.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore