assigning

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And Southwest Airlines was an answer on Jeopardy: “In 2026, this airline ended its longtime first come, first seated policy & is assigning 8C and 27A like all the other carriers.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

At the end of this conference, the justices vote on the outcome in the case before assigning an author to draft the opinions.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

It requires assigning a numerical value to quality improvements, which varies highly by individual preference or income.

From Slate • Apr. 24, 2026

Calling the US air traffic control system "old" and in need of an upgrade, Homendy urged against assigning blame.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Rainey instructed Byrdsong in the procedures for conducting his first test in the tunnel, assigning an experienced mechanic to assist his wet-behind-the-ears engineer.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly