earmarked
Example Sentences
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The money had been earmarked for programs focused on immigrants, refugees, civil rights, climate change and children.
From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026
What they got this year is $6 million, with $2.5 million earmarked for compensation, according to Flick.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026
John Cavanagh, who lives behind River Street on Mitchell Drive, has concerns even though his home is not earmarked for demolition.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
Of the $350 billion pledged by South Korea, some $150 billion is earmarked for U.S. shipbuilding.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
About a quarter of one’s salary had to be earmarked for voluntary subscriptions, which were so numerous that it was difficult to keep track of them.
From "1984" by George Orwell
